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The DNA book / written by Professor Alison Woollard and Dr. Sophie Gilbert.

By: Contributor(s): Material type: TextTextPublisher: New York, NY : DK Publishing, 2020Copyright date: ©2020Edition: First American editionDescription: 72 pages : color illustrations, portraits ; 29 cmContent type:
  • text
  • still image
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9781465492272 (hardback)
  • 1465492275 (hardback)
Other title:
  • DNA book : discover what makes you you
Subject(s): Genre/Form:
Contents:
What is DNA? -- Where is DNA in my body -- What does DNA do? -- Can I see DNA? -- The story of DNA -- Meet the molecules -- What are chromosomes? -- Using genes -- Cracking the code -- Copying your DNA -- Do all your cells have the same DNA? -- Passing on your genes -- Everyone's a mutant -- Good mutations -- Evolution -- The tree of life -- We are family? -- Learning from each other -- Bad mutations -- Faulty genes in us -- Sequencing DNA -- DNA detectives -- Return of the king -- Can we fix genes? -- Should we change genes? -- Rise of the clones! -- Return of the mammoths? -- Variety is the spice of life! -- Our genes in the future -- TImeline of DNA.
Summary: "It's inside every living plant and animal, from the tiniest seed to the person standing next to you, but how much do you know about DNA? This book gives children an in-depth look at DNA and its role in all living things -- from why we have different-colored eyes to why we age. Discover what DNA is, what it does, and how it shapes our lives, including inheritance and why we look like our parents; forensic science and how DNA evidence helps catch criminals; and genetic engineering and if we could bring dinosaurs back to life. With fun illustrated DNA characters, clear diagrams, and astonishing photographs, children will love learning about themselves and this all-important molecule." -- Provided by publisher.
Holdings
Item type Home library Collection Call number Materials specified Status Date due Barcode Item holds
Children's Book Children's Book Dr. James Carlson Library Children's NonFiction 572.86 W913 Available 33111009821915
Children's Book Children's Book Main Library Children's NonFiction 572.86 W913 Available 33111009642758
Children's Book Children's Book Northport Library Children's NonFiction 572.86 W913 Available 33111009008034
Total holds: 0

Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

This book introduces children ages 7-9 to the amazing science of DNA, genetics, and what makes you you.

It's inside every living plant and animal, from the tiniest seed to the person standing next to you, but how much do you know about DNA? This book gives children an in-depth look at DNA and its role in all living things--from why we have different-colored eyes to why we age. Discover what DNA is, what it does, and how it shapes our lives, including inheritance and why we look like our parents; forensic science and how DNA evidence helps catch criminals; and genetic engineering and if we could bring dinosaurs back to life. With fun illustrated DNA characters, clear diagrams, and astonishing photographs, children will love learning about themselves and this all-important molecule.

The DNA Book is packed with colorful illustrations and mind-boggling facts, perfect for curious young minds. It's a great addition to any STEAM library and decodes how DNA underpins life on Earth.

Includes index.

What is DNA? -- Where is DNA in my body -- What does DNA do? -- Can I see DNA? -- The story of DNA -- Meet the molecules -- What are chromosomes? -- Using genes -- Cracking the code -- Copying your DNA -- Do all your cells have the same DNA? -- Passing on your genes -- Everyone's a mutant -- Good mutations -- Evolution -- The tree of life -- We are family? -- Learning from each other -- Bad mutations -- Faulty genes in us -- Sequencing DNA -- DNA detectives -- Return of the king -- Can we fix genes? -- Should we change genes? -- Rise of the clones! -- Return of the mammoths? -- Variety is the spice of life! -- Our genes in the future -- TImeline of DNA.

"It's inside every living plant and animal, from the tiniest seed to the person standing next to you, but how much do you know about DNA? This book gives children an in-depth look at DNA and its role in all living things -- from why we have different-colored eyes to why we age. Discover what DNA is, what it does, and how it shapes our lives, including inheritance and why we look like our parents; forensic science and how DNA evidence helps catch criminals; and genetic engineering and if we could bring dinosaurs back to life. With fun illustrated DNA characters, clear diagrams, and astonishing photographs, children will love learning about themselves and this all-important molecule." -- Provided by publisher.

For ages 7-9 years.

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