Ask Annie About Microbiology

Algae and fungi and bacteria—Oh my! So, you’re telling me there is a whole other ecosystem existing all around us and we can’t even see it?

Annie, a very tiny middle-school-aged girl who has been bullied for her size, is about to find out how creatures even smaller than herself can be essential to the functions of the world we live in. This book contains scientific explanations, definitions, and links to lesson plans and coloring pages for your little scientist to learn all about microbiology—the study of microbes.

Come along with Annie to discover more about the animals living on our hands, in our fish tanks, and under our pillows that are much too small for us to see! These amazing microscopic creatures are vital to the health, function, and well-being of every other animal on the planet. Every creature, no matter how big or small, has an important purpose on Earth!

Alex Korbobo was born and raised in New Jersey, where she first became fascinated with the ocean through fishing trips with her dad. Now, she works as a Research Fellow and PhD student who studies aquatic microbiology at Lehigh University. She lives with her husband, Ray, and two pups, who support all her scientific endeavors. Alex is very passionate about science communication and outreach and hopes to continue to create material which inspires young scientists throughout her career!