Overview
Maggie Harper Discovers Dominant and Recessive Genes is a heartwarming and educational children's story that introduces young readers to the fascinating world of genetics through the eyes of a curious 7-year-old girl. When Maggie notices a white rose blooming between her family's pink rose bushes, she sets off on an adventure with her little brother, Tommy, to solve the mystery of how two pink rose bushes could make a white rose bush. Guided by their fun and brilliant Uncle Atlas, Maggie and Tommy learn how chromosomes, DNA, genes, and alleles work together to shape traits - from eye color and hair color to flower petals. Through playful dialogue, imaginative illustrations, and clear explanations, kids are introduced to the concepts of dominant and recessive genes in a way that's easy to understand and fun to explore. Perfect for budding scientists ages 6+, this book encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of discovery. ✨ Ideal for children, parents, and educators who love science adventures. ✏️ Themes: genetics, inheritance, curiosity, family, STEM learning.
Full Product Details
Author: Haley Volkert ,
Emmett Volkert
Publisher: Haley Volkert
Imprint: Haley Volkert
Volume: 1
Dimensions:
Width: 17.80cm
, Height: 0.60cm
, Length: 25.40cm
Weight: 0.322kg
ISBN: 9798993701400
Pages: 42
Publication Date: 10 November 2025
Recommended Age: From 5 to 10 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Temporarily unavailable
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Reviews
""The perfect combination of fun and informative! Maggie and Tommy's curiosity and humor made me excited to turn each page."" - Carrie Abel Shaffer, High School English Teacher ""Science sprouts to life as Maggie and Tommy uncover the secret of how pink flowers can grow from white ones. Genetics is a tough subject for young folks since we can't directly visualize what's going on at the lowest level in the cell. This sweet and beautifully illustrated book does a lovely job of providing a clear and charming lesson on how traits are passed from one generation to the next. I wish I had a book like this to read to my own children when they were little."" - Tory Johnson, High School Biology Teacher
Author Information
Haley Volkert is a storyteller and budding biologist who believes science is at its best when it's shared with a sense of wonder. A lifelong explorer of the natural world, she's happiest when asking big questions about how living things work... and helping others discover the answers for themselves.When Haley's not writing or studying biology, you might find her volunteering in her community, practicing music, or collecting curious facts about the world around her.
