To fully convey the true wonder of the scientific world to younger children requires great skill. To make it informative yet entertaining demands art. This beautifully produced picture book has both, with delightful illustrations that capture the invisible world of the micro-organism and, along with it, the imagination of the scientist in every child.

Nicola Davies, zoologist, accomplished BBC science writer and award-winning author, introduces us to tiny wondrous organisms that are simply mindboggling. She’s published many books for children, including one of my favourites, A First Book of Nature.

Highly recommended for children aged 5 and up.

Athina Clarke