Gross Universe Your Guide to All Disgusting Things Under the Sun

"Gross Universe is an eye-opening, sometimes stomach-turning exploration of the many physical things about animals, plants, and -- of course -- young readers themselves that often go politely unmentioned. From mucus to vomit, from farts to phlegm, nothing is off-limits. With topics including sweat, mold, pus (a Perfectly Understandable Secretion), our gross microscopic friends, and even fossilized dinosaur poop, the book holds myriad delights waiting to be discovered. Irreverent illustrations enliven the amazing parade of weird scientific facts. Special features include Games You Should Never Play (such as Komodo Kissing Booth), gross activities (example: create a Dandruff Landing Pad), and Scientist A and Scientist B, recurring characters whose bickering back and forth helps elucidate the facts. "Gross Universe reveals a universe that may not always be pretty, but is sure to keep children engrossed, laughing, and learning.Szpirglas, Jeff is the author of 'Gross Universe Your Guide to All Disgusting Things Under the Sun' with ISBN 9781897066638 and ISBN 1897066635.