A fascinating, child-friendly look at how our family history shapes us, and at the links between us and our ancestors. Includes activities for readers to investigate their own unique genetics!

Anna Claybourne has written over 150 children's books on all kinds of subjects, from sharks, black holes and splitting the atom to how to draw, Shakespeare's life, and Greek myths and legends. She knows a lot about conservation in the rain forests of Costa Rica as she once volunteered there for three months. She likes space, sewing and music, plays the trombone and loves going camping.