An eye-opening, stomach-turning look at the world around us. Gross Universe reveals the science behind all the disgusting things that kids love to talk about. From mucus to vomit, from farts to phlegm, nothing is off limits. It's not always pretty, but it is fascinating. Find out why we need scabs, how saliva keeps our teeth clean, and why pus is a Perfectly Understandable Secretion. With his wicked sense of humor, Szpirglas delves into the topics that kids find irresistibly revolting: Games you should never play, such as Komodo Dragon Spin-the-BottleFun activities, such as the Dandruff Landing PadScientist A and Scientist B, who help break down scientific facts for young readers Topics covered include: Sickening skinThe hideous healing processSpectacular stenchesThings that oozeOpen up and say...Eugh!Foul fossils and putrid prehistoryWhat a gas!Mad about mucusV is for vomit Gross Universe will keep young audiences laughing and learning as they uncover the science behind some of life's more odious occurrences.