Series: Complete Books (Science related).
Subject Area: Science.
Ages: 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14.
Type: Complete one-volume study book, Internet-Linked.

These are complete, condensed study books, and they all include beautiful large illustrations and photos as well as suggested internet sites to visit.

Book of Astronomy and Space
The book on astronomy begins with a look at the universe, followed by a study of our solar system, the stars and constellations, and astronomy facts and lists. Maps of constellations and the moon’s surface are large and easy to use. Sections are included on home astronomy and taking photos of stars, along with explanations of telescopes and binoculars. A two-page chart highlights important events in astronomy using a timeline format. Next are two pages of questions and answers, followed by a glossary. When my son studied Saturn, he went to the website to view pictures of Saturn and its rings; when he read about stars, he then took an online astronomy tour and viewed breathtaking photos taken by the Hubble Space Telescope. My daughter, who's in her second year of college, uses this book along with her college level astronomy textbook to make sure she understands the concepts she's learning. Astronomy and Space received the Parents’ Choice Approved award and the ”Selected as Outstanding by Parent Council” award.

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Complete Book of the Microscope
Complete Book of the Microscope includes incredible photos to give students a glimpse into miniature worlds they’ve never seen or imagined. Kids especially like the chapter on creepy crawlies -- you'll be amazed at the close-up of a mosquito, or of the creatures that live on our bodies! This title is packed with information that is easily absorbed, and includes lots of hands-on projects to familiarize students with the use and care of microscopes. It also explains the latest uses of microscopes for medicine and technology. You can visit websites that detail the latest in microsurgery, or swim into the depths of a virtual ocean and watch microscopic creatures, or view detailed animation of cell division! Complete Book of the Microscope received the Learning Magazine Teachers’ Choice award and the ”Selected as Outstanding by Parent Council” award. This title is also available in Spanish.

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Complete Book of the Human Body
The third book, Complete Book of the Human Body, starts with the idea that our bodies are absolutely amazing, and then sets out to prove it! Each system of the body is explained in detail and with incredible photos and illustrations. I love the additional bite-sized blurbs about things kids want to know, such as "Zits","Throwing up" and more. You can add to your knowledge by checking out the recommended links -- for scans of the inside of the body, another to find out what constitutes a good diet, visit another to find games and quizzes that have to do with blood. It's a fascinating book! You should be aware that there is a section on reproduction, in case a parent wants to know this ahead of time.

Learning Magazine recently reviewed the Complete Book of the Human Body (Internet-Linked):
"With the right educational resources, you can turn a good lesson into a great one! Here's a look at products that can help. They're arranged by category: cross-curricular, arts and crafts, language arts, math, science, social studies, and professional. Take a look! Reveal the inner workings of the human body through the photos, scans, X-rays, microscopic images, and detailed diagrams in this book. Includes activities showing students how to take their pulses, test their reaction times, and fool their brains with optical illusions."

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Awards: Complete Book of the Microscope received the Learning Magazine Teachers’ Choice award and the ”Selected as Outstanding by Parent Council” award
Professional Reviews: Learning Magazine (see above)
Of Interest To: Librarians and Media Specialists, Parents, Teachers