Get to know the icky but important FUNGI that keep nature running!It's time to show FUNGI some LOVE!This book is an icky, mouldy celebration of the incredible work fungus does all day long.Fungus is a generous food-sharer, an air-purifier, a communication network and lots of fun, too. Icky World takes a look at the science of the messiest parts of nature and reminds us all to protect these icky but important bits of our precious planet.Each book has been reviewed and endorsed by an expert in the relevant branch of science and supports curriculum learning in the areas of science and ecology for ages 6 and up. In praise of Icky World: We Need FUNGUS!"This is an excellent fun-fungi fact book to enjoy at school, with the family or on your own!Simply explained but retaining all the scientific accuracy.A fantastic resource to inspire the next generation of fungi lovers."Dr. Ester Gaya, Senior Research Leader, Comparative Fungal Biology at Jodrell Laboratory, Royal Botanic Gardens, KewJust some of the contents of Icky World: We Need FUNGUS!Fungi and insects, lichens - a special partnership, fungi extremes, fungi - the wonder medicine?, fungi as food and food for thought and what you can do for a fungus near you. Titles in the series:We Need MUDWe Need SLIMEWe Need POOWe Need FUNGUS