The Mysterious You series explores the mysteries of the human body using an exciting mix of thoroughly researched factual information, amazing anecdotes and surprising try-it activities. In Baa!, kids unravel the mysteries of genes and see how traits like dimples and hair colour are passed down through their family tree. They can then explore the secrets of cloning -- what it is and what changes it may bring in the future. Kids can learn about * natural selection * genetic mutations * DNA and forensics * gene mapping * cloning in nature and in the lab * future predictions With simple language and kid-friendly examples, Baa! helps demystify an intriguing, but often difficult-to-grasp, subject in a way that kids can understand.

 

There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published 2011 by Kids Can Press .

Rose Cowles has been a freelance designer and illustrator since 1990. Her books for children include "Gilbert de la Frogponde," "Dog Tales," "I Know An Old Laddie" and "The Queen, the Bear and the Bumblebee. " Rose lives with her family in Victoria, BC.