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How to Vanquish a Virus: The Weird World of Viruses... Explained!
A funny and fascinating blend of facts, quotes, and science stories from the world of health research and science history, including COVID-19.
★ "Children will devour this book and hopefully be inspired to become the next super scientists." — Kirkus Reviews, starred review
In the wake of Covid-19, children and parents are keen to understand— and be reassured about— viruses and other health issues. With over twenty years' experience of scientific research, Dr. Paul Ian Cross sets out to answer all the questions we didn't know we needed answering until now.
What does a virus look like? How does a virus get passed from person to person? How have viruses changed the world? And who are the men and women who have beaten them?
Contents
Chapter 1: What is a virus?
Chapter 2: History goes viral
Chapter 3: Crafty COVID-19
Chapter 4: Battling bodies & magical minds
Chapter 5: Remarkable research, marvelous medicines
Chapter 6: Superhero scientists
Chapter 7: How to vanquish a virus
Chapter 8: The a new world
With children leading the revolution, now is the time to understand the importance of making medicines … and how to vanquish a virus. Any fans of Horrible Histories or Operation Ouch will love this book.
★ "Children will devour this book and hopefully be inspired to become the next super scientists." — Kirkus Reviews, starred review
In the wake of Covid-19, children and parents are keen to understand— and be reassured about— viruses and other health issues. With over twenty years' experience of scientific research, Dr. Paul Ian Cross sets out to answer all the questions we didn't know we needed answering until now.
What does a virus look like? How does a virus get passed from person to person? How have viruses changed the world? And who are the men and women who have beaten them?
Contents
Chapter 1: What is a virus?
Chapter 2: History goes viral
Chapter 3: Crafty COVID-19
Chapter 4: Battling bodies & magical minds
Chapter 5: Remarkable research, marvelous medicines
Chapter 6: Superhero scientists
Chapter 7: How to vanquish a virus
Chapter 8: The a new world
With children leading the revolution, now is the time to understand the importance of making medicines … and how to vanquish a virus. Any fans of Horrible Histories or Operation Ouch will love this book.
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Published August 3, 2021
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About the author
Paul Ian Cross
27 books39 followersPAUL IAN CROSS, BSc (Hons), MSc, PhD, is a scientist, writer, and author of STEM-inspired books for children and young adults.
Paul works in clinical research (developing new medicines) and he’s also a science communicator; helping people understand science, even if they aren’t scientists themselves. He has a passion for introducing children and young people to STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). If you follow Paul on social media you’ll find lots of fascinating STEM content!
Paul has written several hilarious and informative books including How To Vanquish A Virus, Bodies, Brains & Bogies and Cyborgs, Genes & Tiny Machines. He also writes STEM-inspired fiction, such as The Chronicles of Engella Rhys, The Secret STEM Squad and the award-winning Praxx & Zobott picture books.
Paul’s favourite subject is biology and he has a particular interest in health, medicine and nature. He’s also fascinated by technology, the environment and outer space, and he’s super interested in the possibility of life on other planets! How awesome is that!
Paul works in clinical research (developing new medicines) and he’s also a science communicator; helping people understand science, even if they aren’t scientists themselves. He has a passion for introducing children and young people to STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). If you follow Paul on social media you’ll find lots of fascinating STEM content!
Paul has written several hilarious and informative books including How To Vanquish A Virus, Bodies, Brains & Bogies and Cyborgs, Genes & Tiny Machines. He also writes STEM-inspired fiction, such as The Chronicles of Engella Rhys, The Secret STEM Squad and the award-winning Praxx & Zobott picture books.
Paul’s favourite subject is biology and he has a particular interest in health, medicine and nature. He’s also fascinated by technology, the environment and outer space, and he’s super interested in the possibility of life on other planets! How awesome is that!
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