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

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

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

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

by Isabel Thomas
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Book Overview

by Isabel Thomas (Author), Weston Wei (Illustrator)

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.

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Author Biography

Isabel Thomas is an award-winning science writer, presenter, and educator. She has degrees in Human Sciences from the University of Oxford and Educational Research from the University of Cambridge. Isabel has written a galaxy of books for young audiences, and is a double winner of the AAAS Prize for Excellence in Science Books. She also writes features for science magazines and the BBC, and delivers outreach projects for a wide range of organisations, inspiring children from diverse backgrounds to pursue science. You can find more about Isabel and her work at isabelthomas.co.uk.

Number of Pages: 96
Dimensions: 0.4 x 8.2 x 5.52 IN
Publication Date: March 24, 2026
ISBN9798217134168
Author Isabel Thomas
PublisherDK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
GenreChildren and Biography
FormatPaperback
PublishedMarch 2026
LanguageENG- English
Pages96
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceKids
Print SizeStandard Print

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Isabel Thomas is the acclaimed author of the nonfiction picture books Moth: An Evolution Story and Fox: A Circle of Life Story, both of which have won the AAAS/Subaru Prize for Excellence in Science Books. She creates STEM outreach resources for organizations such as the Welcome Sanger Institute and the BBC. Isabel studied Human Sciences at the University of Oxford and Education Research at the University of Cambridge. Find out more at isabelthomas.co.uk @isabelwriting Daniel Egnéus is a prolific artist who has illustrated numerous books, including several Neil Gaiman titles and the much-loved picture book, Be Wild, Little One by Olivia Hope. He is also a well-regarded fashion artist, regularly illustrating for the likes of Chanel, H&M, Nike and many more. He is based in Athens, Greece.X and Instagram: @danielegneus

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