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Step inside Science: Germs

By Sarah Hull
Series: Step Inside Science
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Step inside Science: Germs by Sarah Hull is a fascinating journey into the microscopic world of germs tailored for young readers. The book explores the types of germs, their effects on our health, and the ways our bodies fight them, all through engaging illustrations and interactive flaps. It's an educational and fun introduction to microbiology, making complex topics accessible and interesting for children.
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You might enjoy this book if you are curious about how germs work and want to introduce young children to the fascinating world of science. It's designed to be an engaging and educational tool for little scientists eager to understand the unseen world around them in an easy and captivating way.

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Step inside Science: Germs introduces young readers to this fascinating and topical subject.

People talk a lot about germs, but what actually are they? Open the pages of this friendly book to find out. Discover what bacteria and viruses are, how they can spread, and lots of different ways to stop them.

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  • Step inside Science: Germs
    Step inside Science: Germs introduces young readers to this fascinating and topical subject. People talk a lot about germs, but what actually are they? Open the pages of this friendly book to find out. Discover what bacteria and viruses are, how they can spread, and lots of different ways to stop them.
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474998734

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Format: Board book

Date Published: 04 August 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Teresa Bellon

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 198.0mm

Height: 222.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 14

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About the Author

Sarah grew up in London, then studied German and Fine Art in Oxford and Hamburg. She joined Usborne after working at Profile Books and Thames & Hudson, and now spends her time writing about art, investigating germs and devising ways to stave off boredom - all the important things, basically

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