Nema and the Xenos

Name: Nema and the Xenos
Brand: NewSouth Books
SKU: 9781486312160
Price: 29.99 NZD
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A Story of Soil Cycles

By Ailsa Wild and Aviva Reed and Briony Barr and Gregory Crocetti and S. Patricia Stock

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Summary

In Nema and the Xenos, young readers embark on an imaginative journey alongside Nema, a microscopic worm, as she explores her vibrant and diverse world within the soil. The book intricately weaves scientific concepts into an engaging narrative, showcasing the complex interactions and relationships among soil organisms in a manner that is both educational and entertaining for children.
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Format: Hardback

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This fun and educational book may appeal to you if you or your child are curious about science and the microbial world. It combines storytelling with engaging illustrations to introduce children to the wonders of bacteria and nematodes, fostering an interest in biology and the environment.

Nema and the Xenos

The tale of a tiny worm, the bacteria that live inside her, and a tree being munched on by a grub.

Description

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 co-operation and ancient partnership, about events happening all over the Earth, in the hidden worlds beneath our feet.

Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 8-12.

Part of the Small Friends Books series – Stories of Partnership and Cooperation in Nature.

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Nema and the Xenos is praised for its beautiful illustrations and engaging storytelling that captures children's imaginations while delivering scientifically accurate insights into soil's intricate ecosystems. It successfully weaves a narrative that communicates complex scientific concepts, making it a valuable educational tool for teaching about soil. The book also emphasises the interconnectedness of life, highlighting the vital role of microbes and our place within Earth's cooperative networks.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781486312160

Publisher: CSIRO Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 August 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: CSIRO Publishing

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 436g

Pages: 48

Collections

Ailsa Wild Aviva Reed Briony Barr Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Gregory Crocetti S. Patricia Stock

About the Author

Ailsa Wild creates stories for theatre and paper pages. She loves collaborating with acrobats, scientists and children and her favourite question is ... But why? Aviva Reed is a multi-disciplinary visual ecologist who creates immersive experiences to explore complex science. Briony Barr draws on her skills as a conceptual artist to visualise complex systems and invisible worlds. Gregory Crocetti combines his microbial ecology experience with science education skills in an attempt to teach the world that microbes are marvellous. Patricia Stock is a Professor at the University of Arizona, USA. Her expertise is in insect pathology, with a focus on parasitic nematodes. Her work centres on the diversity, evolutionary relationships and symbioses these parasites have with their eukaryotic hosts and bacterial symbiotic partners.