As a science teacher, I think that a lot of informational texts that we are given lack the human side of scientific crises and discoveries. However, there is always a human story with the facts! Virus Hunters is just that and its amazing! I hope that this author writes more humanizing science for this age group.

Engrossing timeline of pandemics and epidemics chronicling the diseases, consequences, and influential people involved with trying to quell the outbreak. Incredibly readable with intriguing details and shocking information. The layout and language allow for a non-threatening and enjoyable upper middle school read. Cherri’s is becoming one of my “go to” nonfiction authors.