Copyright Date:
2015
Edition Date:
2015
Release Date:
08/04/15
Illustrator:
Hafner, Marylin,
Pages:
32 pages
ISBN:
Publisher: 0-06-238187-3 Perma-Bound: 0-605-90092-2
ISBN 13:
Publisher: 978-0-06-238187-3 Perma-Bound: 978-0-605-90092-9
Dewey:
616.9
Dimensions:
21 x 26 cm.
Language:
English
Reviews:
ALA Booklist
This revised version of an outstanding Let's-Read-and-Find Out Science title is larger in size than the original book published 10 years ago. There are very few changes in Berger's text, which deals directly with how bacteria and viruses spread infection in daily life and how the body fights back. Hafner's lively color cartoon illustrations are bigger and clearer than in the first version, and some characters and settings are different, but there's the same focus on kids in common situations at home, at school, and in the neighborhood. The new version retains the lively combination of fact and narrative that has made this a great title for easy reading and for sharing aloud. (Reviewed Oct. 1, 1995)
Horn Book
(Sat Apr 01 00:00:00 CST 1995)
Accurate facts, augmented by humorous asides and engaging watercolor and ink drawings, all add up to a memorable introduction to the germs we live with and the bacteria and viruses that make us sick. This revised edition is a commendable book for both home and classroom.
School Library Journal
K-Gr 3--This easy-to-read revision of a 1985 title effectively describes the differences between bacteria and viruses and gives other related germy facts. The science is related in simple language and the author uses specific examples that youngsters will readily understand. He explains how germs sometimes "slip in" the body despite defense mechanisms such as skin, nose, and throat. "Your friend has a cold. She sneezes. Germs fly out. You breathe the air. Some of her germs may get into your lungs." Hafner's pen-and-ink and watercolor artwork is attractive and informative, reinforcing the concepts introduced in the text. An interesting addition for libraries not having the previous edition.--Lisa Marie Gangemi, Sousa Elementary School, Port Washington, NY
Share this book with children to help them, in a safe and calm way, understand how germs work. In addition to straightforward, helpful information told in a warm and approachable way, the book contains a chart of rules for good health that reinforces healthful living.
Germs are all around us, but they're too small to see. Many germs are harmless, but two kinds, viruses and bacteria, can make you sick. How? Read and find out!
This clear and appealing picture book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom, is all about germs, how they can make you sick, and how your body works to fight them off.
This book features simple diagrams to explain why you feel poorly when you're sick and how your body keeps you healthy by producing antibodies. Both text and artwork were vetted for accuracy by Dr. Melanie Marin. An excellent resource in this time of COVID-19.
This is a Level 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are:
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Books in this series support the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. Let's-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.