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SCIENCE - ROCKS & MINERALS & UNDER THE MICROSCOPE
ROCKS & MINERALS
RD Pathfinders "Rocks And Minerals" (Tracey Staedter) $7 HB EC Boldly coloured illustrations, computer graphics, and an innovative format make this oversized volume out of the ordinary. Children can either read the book from cover to cover or follow one of the icon-identified discovery paths. "Inside Story" gives personal accounts of people in the field of geology, "Hands On" features experiments and activities, "Word Builders" gives the history of words and phrases, "That's Amazing!" offers awesome facts, and "Pathfinder" provides cross-references to related subjects on other pages. The book is divided into three sections: "Rocks," "Minerals," and "Collecting Rocks and Minerals," and each double-page spread is packed with information provided by the text, diagrams, full-colour photographs and illustrations, and boxed discovery paths. Much of the material one would expect to find in a basic book about geology is here, e.g., rock formation, uses of rocks and minerals, plate tectonics, weathering, rock cycles, and crystals. Although there is enough content for basic reports, the book's strength lies in its capacity to be explored in many different ways over several readings. Children who are used to multilayered Web sites will find this format attractive and enticing. A good glossary and index make the subject matter more accessible. 8-13 YO http://www.amazon.ca/Rocks-Minerals-Tracy-Staedter/dp/157584298X
DK Eyewitness Explorers “Rocks And Minerals” (Steve Parker) $4 PB EC Looks at a range of common rocks and minerals and explores where each one comes from, how it is extracted, purified, designed, manufactured and recycled. Each book examines the material's properties and the technologies used to shape it into products used in everyday life. Features include: lavish illustration with photos and detailed technical artwork; technology boxes showing the steps in a particular manufacturing process; historical facts explaining how processes were done in the past; into the future sections which look at what advances might be made in the 21st Century. Recommended! 8-12 YO http://www.amazon.com/Rocks-Minerals-Eyewitness-Explorers-Parker/dp/0789416824
Ladybird Explorers Plus “Rocks
And Minerals” (Dougal
Dixon) $6 HB EC Young readers uncover the world beneath their feet! They
discover mountains and volcanoes, ancient fossils, spectacular gems, and even
rocks from space that have fallen to Earth. Special see-through acetate pages,
wheels, tabs, flaps, and windows make this interactive book truly exciting! 8-12
YO
http://www.alibris.com/search/books/qwork/5788585/used/Rocks%20&%20minerals
Usborne Hotshots “Rocks And Minerals” (Lisa Miles) $3 PB EC Pocket-sized book that introduces youngsters to the earth and its treasures. Colour photos and illustrations identify different types of rocks, minerals, gemstones, and crystals. 6-10 YO http://www.infibeam.com/Books/info/Lisa-Miles/Rocks-Minerals/0746027907.html
Science Close-Up “Minerals” (Robert A. Bell) $3 PB EC Describes the nature and properties of minerals and examines some common examples. Lovely pictures and simple text. 6-9 YO http://cgi.ebay.com/A-GOLDEN-BOOK-SCIENCE-CLOSE-UP-MINERALS_W0QQitemZ270192658044QQcmdZViewItem?_trksid=m20.l1116
Usborne Understanding And Collecting Rocks & Fossils (Martyn Bramwell) $3 PB VGC (Cover crease) An illustrated introduction to the subject of rocks and fossils. Contains practical ideas for things to make and do. 9+http://www.amazon.com/Rocks-Fossils-Guides-Usborne-Paperback/dp/0746019750 (Cover different - older edition)
UNDER THE MICROSCOPE
Larger Than Life: Magnification From Moulds To Minibeasts” (Beverley Birch) $5 HB BRAND NEW Shows how amazing discoveries can be made by magnifying the world around us. The book has tips on how to get the best from your equipment - whether it's a hand lens or a powerful microscope. There are also ideas on how you can record your findings. Discoveries of great pioneers are also included. 9+ http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/customer-media/product-gallery/0713634693/ref=cm_ciu_pdp_images_all
Kingfisher Knowledge “Microscopic Life” (Richard Walker) $6 PB EC Microscopic Life explores the tiny worlds that exist around us and even within us! Examine how some organisms help us fight diseases and others help to produce food. But bacteria can also be harmful, causing tooth decay, food poisoning, and many deadly epidemics. Students will be amazed at the vast range of microscopic life and at the close proximity in which they live to humans! Superb photographs and illustrations! Highly recommended! 9+ http://us.macmillan.com/microscopiclife
Larger Than Life: Gigantic Views Of The Microscopic World (Steve Parker) $6 HB EC Kids will learn about the hidden world that teems with life all around them, and even inside their own bodies, in this colorful, educational book. Illustrations depict microscopic animals, insects, bacteria, and amoebae, bringing even the most minuscule creatures to life and making them big enough for easy learning and comprehension. Kids will discover that there is much more to the world than meets the eye. Recommended! 8-12 YO http://www.amazon.com/Larger-than-Life-Gigantic-Microscopic/dp/1842360205
Body Baddies: All About The Mini-Monsters Living On You! (John Woodward) $6 PB BRAND NEW This fascinating book is packed with astonishing facts and grisly pictures, including superb electron microscope photographs showing bugs in magnified and terrifying detail! 9+ http://www.amazon.com/Body-Baddies/dp/1577557131
Creepy Creatures “Mysterious Microbes” (Steve Parker) $5 PB EC Describes the invisible world of bacteria, viruses, fungi, yeasts, tiny animals in the soil, and parasites. Stunning life-like artwork and superb photographs complement the lively but simple text making this book a compelling introduction to microbiology. 7-11 YO https://www.alibris.com/search/books/isbn/0811423441
Microlife “The Benefits Of Bacteria” (Robert Snedden) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) Looking at the role and need of bacteria in our lives, this book will introduce readers to the fascinating and complex world of micro-organisms, particularly bacteria and viruses. Children are fascinated by germs and bugs and also need to know about them for their own health and as part of their life processes education. 11+ http://www.amazon.co.uk/Benefits-Bacteria-Raintree-Perspectives-Microlife/dp/0431092729
Cells & Life “The World Of The Cell: Life On A Small Scale” (Robert Snedden) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) Ideal for aspiring microbiologists or inquiring science students, this study of cells utilizes the latest research and stunning photos to give readers an amazingly detailed view of these tiny powerhouses that form the basis of all life. Each title is packed with information on the structure and function of cells, as well as the latest scientific breakthroughs. 12+ http://www.alibris.com/search/books/qwork/7457683/used/World%20of%20the%20Cell:%20Life%20on%20a%20Small%20S cale (Cover different)
Epidemics: Deadly Diseases Throughout History “Leprosy” (Karen Donnelly) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) Presents information about leprosy from a historical perspective, including its spread, its treatment, and its future. Explore the causes and the human toll inflicted by this epidemic and its role in the history of humankind. 11+ http://www.fishpond.com.au/Books/Childrens/Fiction/Health/Diseases/product_info/1200671/
Under The Magnifying Glass (Althea Braithwaite) $2 HB VGC See what small creatures and parts of big ones look like under a magnifying glass. Many are shown up to 10 times their normal size, but some are much bigger. A good book for the younger child – large illustrations. 5-9 YO
Do-It-Yourself Science “All About Magnifying Glasses” (Melvin Berger) $2 PB EC What is a magnifying glass and how does it work? Have fun examining your fingerprints and clothes. Children learn best by doing. This series of books encourages children to learn about their physical world. With simple experiments, these books are specially created for young budding scientists. Lovely illustrations. 5-9 YO http://www.amazon.com/About-Magnifying-Glasses-Yourself-Science/dp/0590455109