Project Penicillin: The Race to Develop a Life-Saving Antibiotic

By Isabel Thomas, Weston Wei Join the race against time to turn a 'miracle mold' into a life-saving cure in this action-packed STEM book for kids. Enter the high-stakes world of the 1940s and relive the thrill of a medical breakthrough alongside Alexander Fleming and his team as they discover a way to save millions of lives. This is the story of penicillin, humanity's greatest shield against infection - and the brilliant minds who made it happen. Learn all about one of the greatest moments in the history of medicine in this exciting, fast-paced narrative, from the discovery of a 'miracle mold' in a messy lab to the life-and-death race against the clock of World War II. Join the team of scientists and discover: An exciting, action-packed narrative with historical accuracy that allows readers to deep-dive into how this life-saving antibiotic was developed. Atmospheric illustrations that give a moody graphic novel vibe, perfect for keeping kids aged 9-12 engaged. Accessible STEM learning through light-touch diagrams and microbiology explanations that reveal how the medicine was made possible. The perfect STEM gift for young scientists, Project Penicillin is a must-have science adventure book that will inspire you to look at the microscopic world through the eyes of a scientist and discover your own path in STEM. More in the series Explore more of the greatest moments in science history, told as exciting adventure stories with DK Science Stories . Next, experience the historic Apollo 11 mission from Earth to the moon in Moon Landing .

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