That's Gross!

Bugs in the wall, dead skin cells on the ground-bacteria is found everywhere. Yes, even the cleanest homes have some pretty gross things in them. Readers will learn about the places in a house where the most germs congregate and important ways to keep their own homes healthy places to live. Gross concepts are turned into cool science through accessible text and engaging facts.

It's not hard to think of gross attributes of the human body. Runny noses, bad breath, and stinky feet are just some of the yucky and unavoidable parts of being human. However, the science behind the gross ways in which the body functions is pretty cool. Scabs, blisters, and mucus are actually ways for our bodies to heal and stay healthy. Readers will love learning about the body through the gross, engaging, and informational facts presented in accessible language. A graphic organizer helps reinforce basic concepts in the book.

It's not possible for people to walk, or even drive, to many places. Buses, trains, and airplanes get us where we need to go. Unfortunately, wherever large groups of people gather, there are sure to be a lot of germs-and other unpleasant things, too. The more we learn about these things, the more we can keep healthy and adopt behaviors to keep others healthy as well. The gross things hidden from view, or impossible to see with the human eye, on several modes of transportation are discovered through accessible text and engaging, fun facts.

People rarely think about what's under their feet. If they're inside, it might be a rug or a wood floor. However, there's more than meets the eye beneath our feet-dust mites, bacteria, and other disgusting things exist on those surfaces. Step outside, and there's a whole world of bugs, worms, and other matter underfoot. Readers will never look at the bottom of their shoes the same way after they discover how gross, but amazing, the world is.

Fungi's role in making cheese is quite unsavory to think about, but the end result sure tastes good. Yeast, one fungus discussed, is the fungus that makes our bread light and airy. Readers will also learn about the gross things in food that are dangerous and how to keep safe from E. coli and other bacteria. They'll be surprised and grossed out, but ultimately enthralled as they learn about the foods they eat every day.

Despite how cute and cuddly pets are, they are pretty gross too. Anyone who has seen drool trailing from a dog's mouth or a cat cough up a fur ball will agree. Readers learn about all sorts of animal behaviors and what they tell us about an animal's body. Readers will also discover several ways they can help keep their pets healthy. Animal biology is a key element of this book, making it a worthy addition to any science library.