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How to Vanquish a Virus - by Paul Ian Cross (Hardcover)

How to Vanquish a Virus - by  Paul Ian Cross (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>COVID-19 took everyone in the world by surprise. I mean, what exactly is it? How does it spread? What is a virus and are there others out there that we don't know about? Paul Ian Cross answers these questions, and more in this illustrated book filled with facts about what we know and don't know.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b> A funny and fascinating blend of facts, quotes, and science stories from the world of health research and science history, including COVID-19.</b></p><p> ★ Children will devour this book and hopefully be inspired to become the next super scientists. -- <i>Kirkus Reviews</i>, starred review</p><p> 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. </p><p> 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? </p><p> Contents include: </p><p> Chapter 1: What is a virus? </p><p> Chapter 2: History goes viral</p><p> Chapter 3: Crafty COVID-19</p><p> Chapter 4: Battling bodies & magical minds</p><p> Chapter 5: Remarkable research, marvelous medicines</p><p> Chapter 6: Superhero scientists</p><p> Chapter 7: How to vanquish a virus</p><p> Chapter 8: The future: a new world</p><p> 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 <i>Horrible Histories </i>or<i> Operation Ouch </i>will love this book. </p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>★ Children have been affected in ways they can't fully understand by the Covid-19 pandemic, and this book will help them. Cross deftly creates an appealing reading experience with well-researched facts while simultaneously answering questions, easing fears, and empowering readers to reduce anxiety by gaining knowledge of the previously unknown. Children will devour this book and hopefully be inspired to become the next super scientists.<i>--Kirkus Reviews, starred review</i><br><br>"Cross<br>covers a lot of territory about the world of viruses in only eight chapters....While<br>it doesn't shy away from naming the dangers of viruses, in particular COVID-19, <br>this work focuses on reassuring young readers that progress is being made in<br>the efforts to combat the virus. A useful addition for middle school libraries."--<i>School<br>Library Journal</i><br>

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