The Benefits of Bacteria

This series will introduce readers to the fascinating and complex world of micro-organisms, particularly bacteria and viruses. Children are fascinated by germs and bugs and also need to know about them for their own health and as part of their life processes education. Each book introduces a different aspect of microbiology in an accessible way, making this potentially difficult subject easier to understand. It covers specific types of micro-organisms, the history of the study of micro-organisms and infection and how we can prevent it. It also discusses the helpful and harmful role of bacteria in our lives.