My First Book of Microbes - (My First Book of Science) by Sheddad Kaid-Salah Ferrón (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

My First Book of Microbes is the ideal STEM book for children: it uses fascinating bite-size facts, clear and simple explanations, and attractive and absorbing illustrations to demystify the hidden world of microbes.

You'll discover what they are, where they come from and what they do, as well as which ones are good and which can be harmful. Especially pertinent are the clear explanations about how viruses spread, the role of antibodies and the importance of vaccines - essential understanding for us all during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic; in fact, there's a whole spread dedicated to COVID-19. Packed with clever analogies that make understanding a difficult topic easy, this STEM title is perfect for young budding scientists with an active and enquiring mind and for people of any age who are interested in learning about the natural world and the human body.

• Longlisted in 2023 AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize for Excellence in Science Books: Middle Grades Science Book 2023
• Bestselling My First Book of Science series by award-winning illustrator and author duo
• Introduces children aged 8 and up to a complex area of science in a fun and entertaining way
• Adults will likely enjoy the content and find that it increases their understanding.
• Easy-to-follow, bite-size text - uses different colours to draw out keywords and information, making them easier to absorb and remember.
• Includes 120 illustrations.

Review Quotes

"Packed from cover to cover with clever, illustrated analogies that make understanding a difficult topic easy, My First Book of Microbes is a STEM title that is perfect for young budding scientists with an active and enquiring mind...An ideal and thoroughly 'kid friendly' introduction to the science of microbiology...critically important and unreservedly recommended."--Mid-West Book Review

"This colorful compendium of tiny science walks the reader through the fascinating world of the smallest living beings on earth. A timely addition to a STEM-tastic series."--@thebabybookworm

"This fascinating picture book for junior readers delves into the hidden world of microbes...Attractively designed with a clear layout, this engaging book features colourful illustrations, useful diagrams and interesting fact boxes, alongside the informative text. Ideal for any budding scientist, it brings the subject to life in an exciting and accessible manner."--BookTrust

"This inspiring book, suitable for age 8 and above, is a wonderful example of how science can be made interesting for the whole family...Every page is packed full of incredible information and detailed illustrations."--Primary Science

"This is a totally fascinating book...the clear and simple explanations, and the attractive illustrations make this an ideal STEM book for children."--A Pocketful of Books

"I loved this book. It is fascinating and I learnt so much I didn't know before...I enjoyed the etymology of words and the design and diagrams...everything in here is great and gives brilliant explanations."--Just Imagine

"This book is ideal for budding scientists and curious minds. It's great as a stepping stone for further knowledge while also teaching us adults a few things!"--@rosieslibrary

"This fascinating book delves deep into the world of cells, bacteria, viruses, fungi, and more. The bright and colourful illustrations illuminate the fascinating science of microbes and microbiology. A perfect starter book for any budding scientist!"--@ecocraftkids

"Vibrant and interesting, My First Book of Microbes introduces this complex topic in such a captivating and age-appropriate manner."--@afamilythatreads

"The latest edition to this award winning series [My First Book of Science] is another triumph! Produced in a vibrant and engaging format, this book introduces a hugely complex topic in an entertaining way. A scintillating #STEM read."--@bookgiftblogger

"It's a superbly timed publication with information about epidemics and pandemics...A triumph for Button Books."--Busy Busy Learning

"...well-designed with a clear layout, diagrams and fact boxes that augment Sheddad Kaid-Salah Ferrón's thoroughly engaging text; and Eduard Altarriba's colourful, sometimes playful illustrations help bring to life in an accessible manner, a topic that is sure to excite many youngsters"--Red Reading Hub

"This is a very complex subject but through this book children can learn about it in a fun and entertaining way. There are colourful illustrations and diagrams throughout making it very engaging."--@family_book_club_

"This fabulous new book takes a complex subject and breaks it down in a fun, entertaining and easy to understand way...The text is broken into parts and can be read in sections while the bright cheerful illustrations capture young kids attention."--@picturebookrecommendations

"This series of books are an absolute dream. They introduce very complex ideas in a really manageable way...Coupled with super engaging images this book really is another outstanding addition to the series."--@mssburns

"The latest edition to this award winning series is another triumph! Produced in a vibrant and engaging format, this book introduces a hugely complex topic in an entertaining way. A scintillating #STEM read."--@bookgiftblogger

"This clever book introduces children to the key concepts and basic principles of microbes, viruses, bacteria and fungi. It guides the reader through some complex subject matters and sophisticated terminology...This is a book that will really serve in its longevity and be used for projects and science based development throughout childhood and beyond."--@raising_bookworms

"The latest in a fabulous series which makes science easy for kids to understand...[Eduard Altarriba's] fab illustrations also help to make the science easy to get to grips with - there are lots of annotated images and diagrams."--@teenyreaders

"a wonderfully illustrated and engaging non fiction title...This book is packed full of information but it doesn't feel overwhelming as the page layout and fonts keep eyes moving round the page."--@kidsbookstolife

"This is the latest in an amazing series of books aimed at introducing kids to science in a fun, easy-to-understand way...The infographics are utterly brilliant, bright, clear diagrams go a long way to making those explanations comprehensive."--@home.read.play

"This is a totally fascinating book that was packed full of facts and interesting information...This book makes the topics of microbes, viruses, fungi and bacteria really accessible, easy to understand and fun to learn about, with bite sized information and super illustrations...The clear and simple explanations, and the attractive illustrations make this an ideal STEM book for children."--@apocketfulofbooks

"The visual presentation of the book is really engaging. Bold diagrams, bright colours and cartoon like illustrations...and captions help explain complex information and scientific vocabulary in bite sized chunks."--@mrsbrownsbookbox

About the Author

Sheddad Kaid-Salah Ferrón is a science and physics enthusiast with degrees in physics and pharmacy. Since graduation he has been teaching science to children, continuing to study physics, working in the pharmaceutical field and staring at the universe with his telescope. He now writes popular science books. Sheddad and Eduard Altarriba are an award-winning illustrator and author duo and have written a number of books published by GMC Publications including My First Book of Electromagnetism, My First Book of Quantum Physics, My First Book of Relativity and My First Book of the Cosmos. Sheddad lives in Barcelona, Spain.

Eduard Altarriba is a graphic designer and illustrator. He runs Alababalà, a studio producing games, exhibitions, animation, apps and practical and fun workbooks for children. He has illustrated a number of books published by GMC Publications including, Discovering Architecture, Discovering Energy, My First Book of Electromagnetism, My First Book of Microbes, My First Book of Quantum Physics, My First Book of Relativity, My First Book of the Cosmos, What is War?, Migrants, Politics and Economics. Eduard lives in Barcelona, Spain.