Tiny Science

Washing your hands with soap and warm water is very important, but do you know why? It stops germs from spreading and growing! Germs are tiny living things that can cause diseases, and there are a few key kinds: bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and prions. Readers learn all about these types of germs, how they spread and infect the body, and how the body fights them off. With fascinating illustrations, achievable texts, and helpful diagrams, readers become knowledgeable about the science behind germs--and they'll also know how to protect themselves from them!

We are constantly surrounded by tiny little bits of stuff. This is called matter! Matter is comprised of small units called atoms, and when atoms join with other atoms, they form molecules. Atoms and molecules are the focus of this fascinating book, in which readers will learn about their scientific history, size, chemical reactions, and more. Eye-catching graphics and diagrams paired with achievable text make for an informative and entertaining reading experience from start to finish. Readers are sure to further their curriculum studies from outside of the classroom with this book!

Although it is a still a relatively new addition to the scientific community--having only existed since the 1980s--nanotechnology is the science behind microscopic inventions, such as electronics, food, or medicine. The technology harkens back to the movement of atoms and arrangement of them into shapes, which readers can dive into within this book. Readers might not even realize they've used nanotechnology before, as it can be found within waterproof phone screens or socks to make them smell good! Fascinating graphics, achievable text, and helpful diagrams will guide readers on their knowledge expedition, as they learn about a scientific tool rising in importance.

There are millions of living things on Earth, but did you know some of them are practically invisible because they're so tiny? Microorganisms are living things that only have one cell--like bacteria, archaea, and yeast. Readers will learn about the microorganisms they share our planet with, including tiny plants, animals, tardigrades, underwater creatures, soil, and parasites. These creatures come to life in this book through eye-catching illustrations, age-appropriate text, and helpful diagrams. Readers will be able to further their science curriculum learning from outside of the classroom with this volume!

Every living thing is comprised of trillions of cells, but what exactly are cells and how do they work? Readers fully immerse themselves in learning about the building blocks of life in this book as they uncover the details surrounding plant cells, animal cells, fungi cells, and human cells--as well as how cells multiply. With colorful graphics, achievable text, and helpful diagrams, the information found in this book is sure to aid readers in their scientific studies outside of the classroom!

Genes are instructions that make cells work--like a code--and DNA is what genes are made of. All living things have genes and DNA, so they are an undeniably crucial part of life, evolution, and of a student's learning endeavors. The book's colorful illustrations, achievable text, and informative diagrams guide readers to understanding the inner workings of genes and DNA, as well as providing an enjoyable experience that will have them equally informed and entertained. Genes and DNA may be small, but readers' knowledge of them certainly won't be after reading this book!