Description: Nema and the Xenos : A Story of Soil Cycles, Hardcover by Wild, Ailsa; Reed, Aviva; Barr, Briony; Crocetti, Gregory; Stock, S. Patricia, ISBN 1486312160, ISBN-13 9781486312160, Like New Used, Free shipping in the US This is a story about tiny creatures that live in the darkness of the soil. 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 cooperation 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 scientistsEngages children in the invisible world of microbes"The Science Behind the Story" section allows for deeper exploration of the scientific concepts underpinning the storyTeacher Notes available to support the use of this book in the classroomThe 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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Book Title: Nema and the Xenos : a Story of Soil Cycles
Number of Pages: 48 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
Topic: Science & Nature / Environmental Science & Ecosystems, Technology / Agriculture, Nature & The Natural World / Environment
Publication Year: 2019
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Juvenile Fiction, Juvenile Nonfiction
Item Weight: 14.7 Oz
Author: Briony Barr, Aviva Reed, Gregory Crocetti, Ailsa Wild, S. Patricia Stock
Item Length: 9.1 in
Item Width: 9.1 in
Book Series: Stories of Partnership and Cooperation in Nature Ser.
Format: Hardcover
