What Makes Humans So Special: From Sperm to Worm Well, well, well, look at us, the human species, aren't we just the most fascinating and complex beings on this planet? From our ability to create intricate societies and build complex technologies to our capacity for love, empathy, and creativity, we really are something else. In this book, we will take a closer look at what makes us so special, and I promise, it won't just be because we have opposable thumbs. We will explore our cognitive abilities, which include advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to think abstractly, all while trying not to get too distracted by cat videos on the internet. Our emotional intelligence will also be explored, because let's face it, sometimes we're just a big old mess of emotions, and that's okay. We will even examine our connection to nature, which is ironic considering how much time we spend destroying it. And let's not forget about our creativity and innovation, because who else could come up with the idea to put pineapple on pizza? But, it's not all sunshine and rainbows. We'll also take a look at the challenges we face as a species, like climate change and reality TV. In the end, though, we'll celebrate our uniqueness and diversity, because as the great philosopher Beyoncé once said, "Who run the world? Girls." Wait, that might not be entirely relevant, but you get the point. So buckle up and get ready for a wild ride through the wonder that is the human species.