For students wishing to do a science fair project on tardigrades, this book is essential. With over a dozen pictures and detailed explanations, this book is written in a style intended to assist students and teachers in finding their first tardigrades.

Beginning with some basic information about tardigrades, the book explains the where’s and how’s of finding these fascinating creatures. Covered are the essential techniques of sample collection and the basics of microorganism viewing under a microscope.