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Germs : Big Science for Little Minds - John Devolle

Germs

By: John Devolle

Paperback | 13 May 2025

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This book will blow your child''s mind!

Big Science explained simply, from the author of Atoms, Planets and Brains.




  • Why do grown-ups always tell you to wash your hands?
  • How are antibodies like superheroes?
  • Should you eat that old sausage you found in a coat pocket from last winter?
  • Prepare to go on a journey through the mindboggling, yucky world of germs!
Big Science for Little Minds is a scientific picturebook series for young readers that explains some of the big questions of life in an accessible way. Germs is the third title in this collection that began with Atoms and Planets and is perfect for parents looking for a fun and educational book to help teach young children about hygiene. It is especially useful following the pandemic, as it dives into the whats, whys and hows of germs. What even are germs, what different kinds are there, and what might they look like? Why are germs dangerous, and why should we protect ourselves from them? How do they spread, and how do we stop them from affecting us?
Industry Reviews
"'Offers nuggets of unforgettable wisdom, while laying down some vital scientific groundwork...A 10-minute masterclass in microbiology, aimed at readers as young as four... [reducing] the most complex subjects to easy peasy ideas' - Telegraph

'This stylishly gruesome and colourful introduction to ""the good, the bad and the friendly"" germs in and around our bodies is full of fascinating, sometimes foul facts' - Guardian

'Boldly illustrated with bright colours... Breaks down what germs are and why they can make us sick in a succinct and comprehensible way. Perfect for children aged three and over' - Editor's Choice

'Factual books are great for inquisitive children, and guardians might also learn a thing or two... Will intrigue readers aged 5+... As well as providing lots of information with a dose of humour, the book will reassure any germ-conscious readers' - Sunday Times

'This is a very funny book. I was afraid it would be boring but it really wasnt. Firstly, the pictures are really colourful and gross. It made me laugh so hard. Especially the green snot!... It was really funny and I learnt a lot. I really enjoyed it a lot and would recommend it for others to read' - Rory, 7"

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