In a charming garden of London, a tiny hero emerges - Jeremy, a garden snail with a remarkable difference. Unlike his right-coiled companions, Jeremy's shell spirals to the left, making him a one-in-a-million wonder. Little does Jeremy know that his unique shell is about to catapult him into a worldwide adventure, captivating scientists, and snail enthusiasts alike! Jeremy, the English Garden Snail is a delightful new children's picture book that brings the excitement of scientific discovery to young readers. Written by Darcy Pattison and beautifully illustrated by Olga Gonina, this engaging story follows Jeremy's journey from a humble compost heap to international stardom. When Dr. Angus Davison, a geneticist at the University of Nottingham, learns about Jeremy, he sees an opportunity to unravel the mysteries of genetics and body symmetry. But there's a snail-sized problem - Jeremy needs a left-coiled partner to mate with! What follows is a heartwarming tale of citizen science, as Dr. Davison launches the #snaillove campaign, reaching out to people worldwide to help find Jeremy a mate.

This book is more than just a cute story about a snail looking for love. It's an elementary introduction to the world of heredity, inheritance, and scientific research, all wrapped up in an accessible and entertaining package. Young readers will learn about: ¿ Heredity and inheritance: The basics of genetics and how traits are inherited. ¿ The importance of body symmetry in nature. ¿ How scientists conduct research and solve problems. ¿ The power of citizen science and global collaboration. ¿ The life cycle and characteristics of garden snails. As the #snaillove campaign goes viral, children will be drawn into the excitement of the search.

They'll meet Lefty and Tomeu, two other left-coiled snails who join Jeremy in the lab. The story takes unexpected twists and turns, keeping readers engaged while subtly teaching them about scientific processes and patience in research.