Lookout for Germs explores the importance of good hygiene in a simple, engaging way that will help readers develop word recognition and reading skills.

For many people, the word "bacteria" evokes thoughts of harmful germs and illness. While it's true bacteria can often be responsible for getting a person sick, they can also be very helpful. Readers of this innovative book will learn about the good and the bad sides of bacteria, and why humans and other animals would never be able to thrive without them. Key topics are presented using concise text paired with colorful photographs, helping readers...

Did you know that you're surrounded by microbes? They're on your body, in your body, and on every body! In fact, only about half of our bodies' cells are human cells--the rest are microbes. From the ways they help us digest our food to the ways they control critters and creatures (zombie flies, anyone?), microbes form an unseen jungle around us. Complete with zany, gross facts, hilarious and sometimes disgusting illustrations, and interviews with...