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Disgusting Science: Human Body Horrors

Anna Claybourne, Author

Lee Cosgrove, Illustrator

Series: Disgusting Science

Imprint: Wayland

Publication date: May 8, 2025

Category: Science: general interest

ISBN: 9781526327611

Series: Disgusting Science

Imprint: Wayland

Publication date: November 27, 2025

Category: Science: general interest

ISBN: 9781526327628

A colourful guide to the horrible, shocking and disgusting aspects of the science of human body and a fantastic way to inspire children in science learning.

The book investigates everything from sweat and snot to spots and teeth cavities and, of course, farting and burping. ‘See for yourself’ panels help children relate the science to their everyday world.

It is part of the Disgusting Science series, which explores the weird, revolting and shocking aspects of science for children aged 7 plus. It features child-friendly text and fun cartoon illustrations. From plants and life cycles to the human body and animal adaptations, the books offer fun examples to provide ways in to understanding solid scientific principles. Titles in the series: Human Body Horrors, Beastly Animals, Gruesome Plants, Revolting Life Cycles.

Reviews

Enjoyable introduction to the subject of gravity. This will make an attractive acquisition for introductory science.

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Anna Claybourne

Anna Claybourne has written over 150 children’s books on all kinds of subjects, from sharks, black holes and splitting the atom to how to draw, Shakespeare’s life, and Greek myths and legends. She knows a lot about conservation in the rain forests of Costa Rica as she once volunteered there for three months. She likes space, sewing and music, plays the trombone and loves going camping.

Lee Cosgrove

Lee Cosgrove is a children’s illustrator from a small town on the banks of the River Mersey. A lifelong doodler, his love of drawing is inspired by a childhood of Saturday morning cartoons, den-building adventures and an endless supply of crayons. Working as a full time illustrator for the last 10 years Lee has enjoyed working on a wide range of projects from illustrating picture books, to board games to billboards. He loves to bring humour and lots of character to his illustrations.