- Grossology (books)
"Grossology" (ISBN 0-201-40964-X) is a non-fiction children’s book written by
Sylvia Branzei and published byPlanet Dexter in1995 . It is a frank, thorough, yet light-hearted examination of various unappealing bodily functions and medical conditions. The topics are organized into three categories: “Slimy Mushy Oozy Gross Things,” (vomit ,diarrhea ,urine , acne,blisters , etc.); “Crusty Scaly Gross Things,” (dandruff ,tooth decay , etc.); and “Stinky Smelly Gross Things,” (halitosis ,flatulence , etc.). The text is also accompanied by many humorous illustrations, which were provided byJack Keely ."Grossology" spawned several sequels, most notably "Animal Grossology" (ISBN 0-201-95994-1) and "Grossology Begins at Home" (ISBN 0-201-95993-3), both written and illustrated by Branzei and Keely. "Animal Grossology", published in
1996 , is an exploration of various organisms that either produce or consume unappealing substances. It is divided into four sections: “Vomit Munchers” (flies,starfish , etc.); “Blood Slurpers” (leeches ,ticks , etc.); “Slime Makers” (hagfish ,slime mold ,sea cucumbers , etc.); and “Dookie Lovers” (tapeworms ,dung beetles , etc.). "Grossology Begins at Home", published in1997 , focuses on the hidden germs and unseen pests that thrive in a typical house. One of the highlights of this book is a chapter onDefect Action Levels , the acceptable amounts of animal contaminants and insect parts that can be found in foods. The book also teaches children how to grow their ownbacteria . "Grossology" has also inspired aCD-ROM ("Virtual Grossology"), a highly popular traveling exhibition (Now at Phoenix'sArizona Science Center til Sept. 08), and a children's television series.ee also
Barf-O-Rama Slimeballs
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