Itch!

“A fun, intriguing, and accessible mix of anatomy and history, with a healthy dose of gross.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)“Factual and surprisingly fun, here’s a very readable book about a common experience.” — Booklist (starred review)“Factual and surprisingly fun, here’s a very readable book about a common experience.” — Booklist (starred review)“A fun, intriguing, and accessible mix of anatomy and history, with a healthy dose of gross.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)“There’s much here to attract readers in search of the gross or unsettling.” — School Library Journal

Anita Sanchez is fascinated by plants that no one loves. Her books include Rotten!, Monkey Business, and nonfiction picture book Hello, Puddle! She lives in Amsterdam, NY.

Gilbert Ford’s illustrations have appeared in magazines, newspapers, toys, advertisements, and books, including Mr. Ferris and His Wheel and Rotten! He lives in Ridgeland, MS.