microorganisms

Contains facts about microbes that live on or in the human body.

Bill Nye the Science Guy answers questions about germs, and conducts an activity in which bacteria is grown in a jar.

Introduces the reader to microbes, including the variety of different types and shapes, the huge quantity living in spaces such as a drop of water, a teaspoon of soil, or in the human stomach, and the ways they positively and negatively affect our lives. Color illustrations include depictions of how the size and quantity of microbes compare to other things.

A picture book that explores the different microbes that inhabit the Earth and examines the varied jobs they do.

Explores the history of humankind's battle with tuberculosis, how it has been treated or diagnosed throughout history, and what modern medicine is doing to try to find a cure.

Depicts the characteristics and abilities of several small but powerful forces such as plankton, microchips, bacteria, and fleas. Includes color illustrations, a glossary, and further resources.

Despite the vast diversity of living organisms on Earth, all life falls into only one of two categories: prokaryotes or eukaryotes. Examining the basic parts of a cell, cell types, cell function, and cell reproduction, this concise volume explains what makes certain cells eukaryotic and others prokaryotic and how the two cell types are related. Detailed diagrams complement the text to help readers easily identify various cell features and integrate textual and visual information, in line with Common Core requirements.

Takes an illustrated look at germs and microbes, discussing how they live, grow, and impact humanity. Discusses specific viruses, parasites, and bacteria that make you ill; famous pandemics; scientists who study and track dangerous germs; and how to fight germs with antibiotics and vaccines.

"Journey into a fever-induced dream in which George goes inside the body to learn all about germs"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to microorganisms with instructions for twenty-five projects.