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Nema and the Xenos
A Story of Soil Cycles. Small Friends Books
Genres:
Picture storybooks,
Nature, the natural world (Children's/YA),
Zoology: Invertebrates,
Earth sciences,
Soil science, sedimentology,
Biodiversity,
Picture books,
Children's & young adult: general non-fiction,
Educational: Sciences, general science
Synopsis
When a tree cries out in pain, some unexpected heroes come to the rescue.
Nema and her gang of young nematodes (tiny worms) embark on a dangerous journey underground. The Xenos, a group of wise but deadly bacteria, hitch a ride. The story of how they help the tree is full of action, life-or-death challenges and microscopic warfare. It is a story of co-operation and ancient partnership, about events happening all
over the Earth, in the hidden worlds beneath our feet.
FEATURES
A beautifully illustrated science-adventure story, created in collaboration with scientists
Engages children in the invisible world of microbes
'The Science Behind the Story' section allows for deeper exploration of scientific concepts underpinning story
Teacher Notes available to support the use of this book in the classroom
The Small Friends Books series combines cutting-edge scientific research, rich narrative and beautiful illustrations to tell stories that describe symbiotic partnerships between microbes and larger life forms
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What Reviewers Are Saying
"Aviva Reed's wonderfully liquid illustrations infuse the microbial world with life, colour and a sense of movement; they clearly communicate the complexities of an interconnected and interdependent ecosystem."- Children's Book Council of Australia