author/illustrator: Katie Brosnan
ages: 6+
44 pages
23 x 29,5cm
Hardback
English
Cicada
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Gut Garden: The Wonderful World of your Microbiome
Within our bodies hides an entire world of microbes that digest our food and protect our immune systems.
Scientists are only now discovering the links between our microbiome and health issues ranging from allergies to
multiple sclerosis. Through Katie Brosnan’s personable illustrations, we follow the digestive process, learning about the role of
microbes at every step of the way.
An engaging and beautiful introduction to a fascinating frontier of science.- Shortlisted for the Royal Society of Science Young People's Book Award
IN THE MEDIA:
" Effectively makes the case that we are all biological boardin houses… plenty to chew on here." - Kirkus Reviews