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Reviewed on September 1, 2020 | Elementary
Gr 2–5—The bacteria inside the human gut may not be the first thing that comes to mind as a topic for a children's book, but D'yans has made the subject very approachable. The metaphors of a river and a garden are used to describe the intestines and stomach, allowing readers to visualize the microorganisms involved. The text explains how each person's unique mix of microbiota works to fight germs, harvest energy, and even "influence your thoughts and feelings." ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

