Journey Into the Invisible: The World from Under the Microscope
By (Author) Christine Schlitt
Skyhorse Publishing
Sky Pony Press
1st March 2013
United States
Children
Non Fiction
Educational: Sciences, general science
571.29
Hardback
80
Width 279mm, Height 210mm, Spine 295mm
705g
The world has many facets. Some are easily seen at first glance; others lie hidden, awaiting discovery. Journey into the Invisible gives children a brand-new way of looking at the world we live in, while making the information inside approachable and interesting for young readers. Discover how microscopes are made and what they are actually used forthen begin the exploration! Youll discover fascinating facts and incredible (and sometimes gross!) images of plants, insects, rocks, water, and even the human body! Included are factoids and microscopic images of:
Human hair
Teeth
Mosquitoes
Tap water
Snow
Sand
Pollen
Leaves
Butterflies
And much more!
Learn how the hairs of a nettle behave like tiny hypodermic syringes and that plain old house dust is actually teeming with fascinating microorganisms. With stunning photos and sidebars full of mind-boggling tidbits, this book is sure to appeal to children fascinated by science and the world around them. The perfect addition to any elementary school classroom!