Though most of them are too small to be seen with the naked eye, bacteria are everywhere. They appeared on Earth more than 3 billion years before the first dinosaurs. Some bacteria cause deadly diseases, but many of them are helpful to us. They fertilize the soil by breaking down dead material, and they are an essential ingredient in many foods. Bacteria in our own bodies are a vital part of the digestive process.--from page 2 of cover.

Germs describe in rhyme how they attack the body to cause illness and how careful people make life difficult for germs.

"An exploration of the five main types of germs-bacteria, viruses, protozoa, fungi, and helminths-and the human immune system that protects us against them"-- Have you ever thought that when you sneeze, it is like you are launching rocket ships-- germs-- all around you? These germs are part of the world, but some of them can make people sick. Fishman explores the five main types of germs-- bacteria, viruses, protozoa, fungi, and helminths-- and explains how the human immune system protects us against them. And more importantly, what you can do to keep yourself and other healthy! -- adapted from jacket and publisher info

When Yoko and her classmates become sick, Mrs. Jenkins comes up with a great idea to identify who might be responsible for spreading germs.

Min is a microbe. She is small. Very small. In fact, so small that you'd need to look through a microscope to see her. Or you can simply open this book and take Min on an adventure to amazing places she's never seen before -- like the icy glaciers of your tooth or the twisted, tangled jungle of your shirt. The perfect book for anyone who wants to take a closer look at the world.

Sid does not understand why it is important for him to keep washing his hands when his dad is the one who has a cold.

Germs, germs, everywhere! Did you know that: Some germs are good for you, or even delicious? There are more germs on Earth than all other living things combined? Your body is constantly fighting germs, even when you aren't sick? Now you know! Find out how more about germs and how to stay healthy, with eleven cool experiments. Provides readers with an informative look at germs, the various types, and the different purposes they serve (both good and bad), enhanced with illustrations and eleven easy-to-follow experiments.

Presents disgusting facts designed to appeal to children.

Explains good and bad germs, the different kinds, how they can help you, how some cause diseases, and how we fight diseases.

"Cara and Jon Florance break down how and why we get sick with the help of merry microbes and big-eyed bacteria. This book helps kids see bacteria as an important part of their bodies rather than being something negative. It turns getting sick from something scary into an engaging learning experience. Kids will love following along on the adventures of bacteria and antibiotics, all the while creating a love for science they will carry for a lifetime!"--