Books by Donna Bozzone

I have published nonfiction books about a variety of topics for kids and teens.  Some of my books are about the human body (The Circulatory System; The Respiratory System; The Immune System; Cells, Tissues, and Skin; The Fascinating Human Body Book), and others investigate infectious diseases (Tuberculosis; Cholera; Campylobacteriosis), or cancer (Causes of Cancer; Cancer Genetics; Leukemia). I have also written biology books for younger readers (Biology in Your Everyday Life; Understanding Microbes; Stem Cell Research and Society) and others for college students (Biology for the Informed Citizen; Biology for the Informed Citizen with Physiology). I have even published some biographies (Famous Immigrant Computer Scientists; Joined by Fate: Abraham Lincoln and John Wilkes). I hope that one (or more) of these books may tickle your curiosity!

Biology in Your Everyday Life

Why are some people lactose intolerant? What happens to the brain during and after a concussion? What causes acne breakouts? The answers to these questions and many more are found in the biology of the human body. Featuring relatable scenarios and hands-on activities, this book details how biology affects practically everything in a person’s everyday life. Sidebars consider myths about acne, sex testing in sports, antibiotic resistance, mental health, and how microorganisms transform food. Supporting Next Generation Science Standards in Middle School Life Science, this book provides students with a deeper understanding of the process of science and the importance of biology in their lives.

The Fascinating Human Body Book for Kids

Human bodies come in many different shapes, sizes, and colors, but we’re all put together the same way! The Fascinating Human Body Book for Kids shows kids how the body works with 500 anatomy facts that offer hours of fun and learning. This colorful book on the human body for kids is packed with weird and wonderful information about the five senses, the digestive system, and every organ.

This book on the human body for kids is packed with facts like:

• Your brain generates more than 20 watts of energy—enough to power a light bulb. 
• The record for a person having uninterrupted hiccups is 68 years.
• When you whisper, you are talking without using your vocal cords.

Give kids a head start to learning with this exploration of the human body for kids.

Famous Immigrant Computer Scientists

Computers and technology play central roles in our lives for work, entertainment, communication, and information management. It is difficult to imagine a time without these tools and even harder to envision living without them now. How were these wonderful toys of technology created? Who is developing future innovations? Think of some of the most famous and familiar services and platforms: Google, eBay, Yahoo, Facebook. Did you know that immigrants such as Sundar Pichai, Jerry Yang, and Jan Kuom, are the creative engines behind these tech juggernauts? This book tells the story of seven of the amazing Americans changing our world.

Joined by Fate: Abraham Lincoln and John Wilkes Booth

Until John Wilkes Booth killed Abraham Lincoln, the assassination of a U.S. President was considered unthinkable. All of that changed on April 14, 1865, when Booth shot Lincoln as the president watched the play Our American Cousin. What led Booth to commit this murder, and what effect did this deadly act have on the United States? With this book, readers will take a closer look at this history-making event as well as the lives of Lincoln and Booth before their fateful encounter. Booth may have assassinated Lincoln, but even today the 16th president remains one of the nation’s most respected.

Stem Cell Research and Society

Scientific progress often sparks disputes about the meaning of a discovery, the research methods, the possible uses of new technology, and the effect this new technology will have on society. Stem Cell Research and Society explores many of these complex issues in cell research and technology, involving stem cell research, genetic engineering, genetic property rights, and more.

Chapters include:

• What are Stem Cells?
• Why is the Use of Stem Cells Controversial?
• Genetic Engineering in Plants
• Genetic Engineering in Humans
• Ethical Concerns Regarding Genetic Engineering
• Gene and Tissue Property Rights
• Forensic DNA Analysis
• Genetic Testing in Medicine

Understanding Microbes

A great deal of what is known about genetics and inheritance is thanks to what has been learned by studying microbes. Supporting the Next Generation Science Standards on heredity and inheritance of traits as well as the structures and processes of simple and complex organisms, this book introduces all of the various types of microbes found on Earth, and in and on human bodies: bacteria, archaea, and protists. Through engaging language that simplifies complicated science concepts into easily digestible pieces of information and detailed images and diagrams, students will learn about the discovery, evolutionary history, and roles of microbes in health, disease, and the functioning of our planet. Sidebars provide students with additional information to help them gain a deeper understanding of the diversity of life.

The Respiratory System

Breathing is essential to human survival, as it gives us the necessary oxygen we need to live. Yet the act of respiration is an involuntary process, something many people do not think about on a day-to-day basis. The Respiratory System, Third Edition explains how we get air into our lungs, how our bodies use that air, and the fundamental physical and biological principles underlying respiratory function. In addition, this essential title examines several respiratory diseases and how they affect the body as a whole. Packed with full-color photographs and illustrations, this absorbing book provides students with sufficient background information through references, websites, and suggested reading for further study.

The Immune System

The immune system is crucial to the normal functioning of the human body. As the body’s “military,” it prevents invaders from entering and destroys those who slip past its defenses. The Immune System, Third Edition discusses the human body’s fundamental defense system, from its component parts to what happens when the body’s defenses are breached. Common and uncommon immune disorders are also discussed, as are potential new therapies to enhance or repair the immune system. Packed with full-color photographs and illustrations, this absorbing book provides students with sufficient background information through references, websites, and a bibliography.

The Circulatory System

Composed of the heart, blood vessels, and blood, the circulatory system delivers oxygen and nutrients to every tissue in the body. At the center of this incredibly complex system is the heart, a strong muscle that continuously pumps blood throughout the body. Striving to promote a basic understanding of the fundamental physical and biological principles underlying circulatory functions, The Circulatory System, Third Edition describes the anatomical features of the system and examines how it responds to a broad range of challenges, such as increased activity, the microgravity of space, and hemorrhage. Packed with full-color photographs and illustrations, this absorbing book provides students with sufficient background information through references, websites, and a bibliography.

Cells, Tissues and Skin

Cells are the smallest units capable of sustaining life, and they make up virtually every aspect of the human body. From the strands of hair at the top of the head to the nails on fingers and toes, every structure of the human body is composed of cells. Groups of cells form tissues and organs, which allow the body to function as an organized system. Skin, the body’s largest organ, forms a waterproof barrier that provides protection against invading microorganisms and acts as a sensory and thermoregulatory structure. Cells, Tissues, and Skin, Third Edition explores the properties of each of these components in our bodies. Packed with full-color photographs and illustrations, this absorbing book provides students with sufficient background information through references, websites, and a bibliography.

Causes of Cancer

Causes of Cancer delves into the many factors responsible for causing cancer. This book also highlights how avoiding exposure to particular carcinogens may prevent certain forms of cancer.

Cancer Genetics

Cancer Genetics demonstrates how cancer cells differ from normal cells in structure and function. It examines specific cancer-related genes, such as oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes, and discusses inherited syndromes that are associated with cancer, including certain forms of breast cancer. New research into the human genome and the possibility that particular genes confer a susceptibility to cancer are some of the other intriguing topics examined in this book.

Leukemia

Leukemia, or cancer of the blood or bone marrow, occurs in both acute and chronic forms. While the exact causes of the disease are not known, several risk factors have been identified. There are four major types of leukemia: acute myeloid leukemia (AML), chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), acute lymphoid leukemia (ALL), and chronic lymphoid leukemia (CLL), and treatments include chemotherapy, radiation, and bone marrow transplants. Leukemia discusses the science of leukemia, theories about its causes, the history of the disease, and the current treatments and how they work.

Cholera

Cholera is one of the oldest known and best-understood infectious diseases. Thriving in unclean water, it remains a prevalent killer in countries where sanitary water sources are scarce. Cholera, Third Edition describes the history of this infectious disease and discusses characteristics that enable the microorganism to cause serious health problems. This revised edition contains new illustrations and up-to-date information of this largely preventable disease. New material discusses current understanding of cholera, genetic analysis of Vibrio cholerae, rapid diagnostic testing, and more.

Campylobacteriosis

Campylobacteriosis, the infectious disease caused by the bacterium Campylobacter jejuni is the leading cause of bacterial foodborne illnesses in the United States. Learn about this common foodborne illness, its symptoms, and how it can be prevented in Campylobacteriosis, Second Edition.

Tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is a deadly disease that causes trouble breathing. Doctors have developed effective medicines against it. But at the same time, the disease has become resistant to treatment. Tuberculosis explores the history and science behind this disease, as well as how it’s treated. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Biology for the Informed Citizen with Physiology

With Biology for the Informed Citizen, students connect the concepts of biology to the consequences of biology. Authors Donna M. Bozzone and Douglas S. Green teach the concepts of biology, evolution, and the process of science so that students can apply their knowledge as informed consumers and users of scientific information.

Cases: An engaging biological issue opens every chapter and is revisited throughout

Concepts: Foundational biological ideas are introduced within the context of important cultural and social issues

Consequences: The concepts and consequences of biology are connected in order to help students make informed decisions about biological issues

This edition of Biology for the Informed Citizen includes chapters 11-15 on physiology. Both versions allow instructors to cover the chapters and topics in the order that they choose.

Biology for the Informed Citizen

With Biology for the Informed Citizen, students connect the concepts of biology to the consequences of biology. Authors Donna M. Bozzone and Douglas S. Green teach the concepts of biology, evolution, and the process of science so that students can apply their knowledge as informed consumers and users of scientific information.

Cases: An engaging biological issue opens every chapter and is revisited throughout

Concepts: Foundational biological ideas are introduced within the context of important cultural and social issues

Consequences: The concepts and consequences of biology are connected in order to help students make informed decisions about biological issues

Biology for the Informed Citizen is available with or without chapters 11-15 on physiology. Both versions allow instructors to cover the chapters and topics in the order that they choose.