Tardigrades
Nature's Toughest Survivors
By: Anne Morgan Illustrated by: Jennifer Falkner
Discover the survival superpowers of tardigrades, tiny little animals that are terrifically tough.
Tardigrades are one of the toughest creatures in nature! These tiny little animals, nicknamed 'moss piglets' or 'water bears', have incredible survival superpowers. + Full description
They've been found in astonishing places, from the top of a mountain to the bottom of an ocean. They've even survived a trip into space!
Tardigrades: Nature's Toughest Survivors showcases these astounding little creatures and their remarkable ability to survive.
Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.
- Short descriptionDetails
Hardback | October 2024 | $ 24.99ISBN: 9781486316052 | 32 pages | 250 x 250 mm
Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
Colour illustrations
Features
- Explores the survival superpowers of tardigrades, which are remarkable microorganisms.
- Shows how one microscopic creature can be incredibly tough.
- Features engaging illustrations from Jennifer Falkner.
- From the award-winning author of the acclaimed picture book, The Way of the Weedy Seadragon (CSIRO Publishing, 2021).
Contents
Main storyAbout tardigrades
Glossary
Authors
Dr Anne Therese Morgan began her working life as a teacher and is now a full-time writer. Her picture book The Way of the Weedy Seadragon was a CBCA Notable Book and shortlisted in the Wilderness Society’s Environment Award for Children’s Literature.
Jennifer Falkner is an illustrator based in Perth, Australia. Jennifer’s work is inspired by her passion for nature, the antics of her two boys and her time spent working in South-East Asia.
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