Publisher's Synopsis
From Arabidopsis to zebrafish, microscopic bacteria to amphibians in space, come along on an ABC introduction to the world of model organisms. Scientists study a multitude of creatures, called model organisms, in an attempt to better understand how our bodies and the living things around us function. While they come in a variety of shapes and sizes all organisms have important and unique biological functions and adaptations to share with us. Colorful illustrations paired with descriptive rhymes captivate young audiences and expanded information on habitat and contributions to science awaits more advanced readers. Get to know some of the creatures that scientists have investigated behind the who, what, where and how of our world and leave with a new appreciation of our diverse biological surroundings.
