About This Book
"Plagues: The Microscopic Battlefield" is an engaging graphic novel that takes young readers on a journey through the unseen world of disease-causing microbes. It explains, in "gloriously gross detail," how various invaders like viruses and bacteria affect the human body and, crucially, how our immune system works to fight them off. The book also touches upon the historical impact of major diseases and the advancements in medical science. It's an excellent resource for children aged 4-11 to understand biology, health, and immunity in an accessible and entertaining format, making complex scientific concepts digestible and exciting.
In gloriously gross detail, you'll meet dangerous microscopic invaders like protozoa, fungi, viruses, and foreign bacteria - then see how our bodies work to fight back and defend us against future infections. We get to know the critters behind history's worst diseases. We delve into the biology and mechanisms of infections, diseases, and immunity, and also the incredible effect that technology and medical science have had on humanity's ability to contain and treat disease.
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What are some of the different types of microscopic invaders you learned about?
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How does your body protect itself from getting sick?
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What are some ways we can help our bodies stay healthy?
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Why do you think it's important to learn about diseases and how they spread?
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What was the most surprising thing you learned about plagues or your immune system?
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