[(Silverstein's World in a Drop )] [Author: Alvin Silverstein] [Mar-2003]

by Alvin Silverstein

This inexpensive volume showcases an array of curious a blob-like amoeba; a slipper-shaped paramecium and its mortal enemy, the suctorian; and many others. The authors recount the feeding, reproductive, and defensive strategies employed by these animals in easy-to-understand language that opens the door to a wonderful world of discovery. 37 illustrations.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Biology

Paperback

First published January 1, 1969

About the author

Alvin Silverstein grew up in Brooklyn, the youngest son of an immigrant family who emphasized hard work and education. After graduating from Brooklyn College, he went to graduate school at the University of Pennsylvania, where he got a Master's degree in chemistry and met his wife, author Virginia B. Silverstein. He got his Ph.D. at NYU while teaching at the College of Staten Island. He ultimately became a Professor of Biology there and also Director of the Physician Assistant program, while coauthoring books with his wife and, later, two of their children as well.

Reviews

[Alexander · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book itself is basically an introduction to microbiology, it gives a very layman's approach to it. Which gives the reader the impression it was written for a younger audience to introduce them to the subject matter. However, sometimes the best learning approach is one you'd take if you where a child though. As such I'd recommend it to people of all ages interested in microbiology.

[Doug · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great little book for young children or a curious adult about what you can find in a drop of pond water! I even went to the pond like it suggested in the book and pulled out "my first lab" microscope and saw many of the animals talked about in the book! Lots of fun! The content of the material was presented in a most interesting fashion! Highly recommended!

[T · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great first book for those interested in what’s in water, all the living things we can’t see with our own eyes. Basic yet comprehensive. Well done.

[Jess · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great intro to pond microorganisms for kids

[Havebooks Willread · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a perfect introduction to using a microscope and learning about the amazing "invisible" world God made.

[V.P. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Microbiology living book for elementary aged students (3rd-5th). Short, but engaging. Would pair great with All in a Drop by Lori Alexander and Germ Hunter by Elaine Alphin.

[Carrie Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

excellent little overview of microorganisms found in bodies of water- perfect for beginners

[Emily · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great, readable book about the microscopic world found inside a drop of pond water.

[Janice · Rating 2 out of 5]

This one deserves to be updated. Good information, although somewhat dated. It shows kids what they can find in a drop of water. It talks about the life found there.