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Explodapedia: The Gene

By Ben Martynoga
Series: Explodapedia
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In Explodapedia: The Gene by Ben Martynoga, young readers embark on a captivating journey to explore the secrets of genes and genetic science. The book breaks down complex concepts, making them accessible and engaging while exploring how genes affect all living things. With colourful illustrations and a sense of adventure, it's a delightful introduction to the wonders of genetics for curious minds.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you're fascinated by the inner workings of genes and how they shape the world around us. Packed with engaging illustrations and simple explanations, it's perfect for inquisitive minds eager to explore the wonders of biology and genetics in a fun and accessible way.

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Welcome to Explodapedia, the indispensable guide to everything you need to know!

Explodapedia is an exploded encyclopedia - everything you need to know, one book at a time! It's a new approach to non-fiction, taking key scientific subjects and presenting them in a way that's hugely entertaining and readable, whilst still presenting reliable, serious, in-depth information that will help readers gain a true and lasting understanding of these crucial topics. The Gene is your definitive guide to what makes you, you! The Gene clearly and accessibly explains the code that all life uses to make more of their species - and how mutations make every single one of us individual and unique!

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Your definitive guide to what makes you, you!

The Gene clearly and accessibly explains the code that all life uses to make more of their species—and how mutations make every single one of us individual and unique!

This series is packed with in-depth knowledge you can trust, that gets to the heart of what it means to be a human being living right here, right now. It gives you the tools you need to understand the science behind the wonders of our world.

The Gene is a vital chapter of our story, so read on to discover what makes you, you...!

Series: Explodapedia

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    Every human brain is utterly unique, with 180 billion brain cells which keep us safe, curious and creative, whilst gifting us incredible powers of memory and bamboozling brilliant imaginations. Explodapedia: The Brain maximises your understanding of our miraculous minds!
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    Your definitive guide to the heart of all life - The Cell. None of the fabulously diverse range of all life on Earth could exist without the astonishing workings of cells, so join Dr Ben Martynoga and Moose Allain as they explain the fascinating story of life's building blocks! Explodapedia: The Cell invites readers to delve into the captivating world...
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  • Explodapedia: The Gene
    Your definitive guide to what makes you, you! The Gene clearly and accessibly explains the code that all life uses to make more of their species—and how mutations make every single one of us individual and unique! This series is packed with in-depth knowledge you can trust, that gets to the heart of what it means to be a human...
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    $1999
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Explodapedia: The Gene by Ben Martynoga is lauded for being accessible and entertaining, with a focus on the history of science and contemporary discoveries. It's recognised for explaining extraordinary scientific discoveries in an understandable way for young minds and is praised for its charm, quirkiness, and appeal to both children and adults. The book has won an award in the Association for Science Education Books of the Year Awards 2023 and is noted for leading readers to appreciate the wonders of biology.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788452458

Publisher: David Fickling Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: David Fickling Books

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  • Illustrated by Moose Allain

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 143g

Pages: 160

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About the Author

Dr Ben Martynoga is a neuroscientist and science writer. After more than a decade at the forefront of brain research, he swapped his white coat for a pen. He has written on everything from the history of biology through to the latest technological innovations, running, stress and creativity. His work appears in the Guardian, New Statesman, the i newspaper, Financial Times and beyond.

Moose Allain used to work in London as an architect specialising in urban regeneration, and contributed to the UK's successful Olympic bid. Since becoming an artist and cartoonist, he has created animations for the BBC, illustrated the Pointless quiz show book and had cartoons published in Private Eye and The Literary Review. He illustrated Ignore it all and hope it goes away: poems for modern life, a collection by Nic Aubury.

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  • Explodapedia: The Brain
    Every human brain is utterly unique, with 180 billion brain cells which keep us safe, curious and creative, whilst gifting us incredible powers of memory and bamboozling brilliant imaginations. Explodapedia: The Brain maximises your understanding of our miraculous minds!
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  • Explodapedia: Evolution
    Explodapedia: Evolution, in an approachable, compelling way, celebrates the ground-breaking work of Charles Darwin and the myriad of other thinkers who inspired his work, as well as those who have developed his discoveries into today's cutting-edge science. This series is packed with in-depth knowledge you can trust, getting to the heart of what it means to be a human being...
    By Ben Martynoga
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    $2299
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    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Explodapedia: The Cell
    Your definitive guide to the heart of all life - The Cell. None of the fabulously diverse range of all life on Earth could exist without the astonishing workings of cells, so join Dr Ben Martynoga and Moose Allain as they explain the fascinating story of life's building blocks! Explodapedia: The Cell invites readers to delve into the captivating world...
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  • Explodapedia: Rewild
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