A fun and informative guide that shows what life is, how it works and why biology is more exciting today than ever before.
Topics include characteristics of life, the human body, plants, evolution, ecology and the scientific method, all illustrated with humorous pictures and diagrams.
Includes topical issues such as new discoveries, how the work of biologists can help protect the planet and stem cell research.
With simple experiments to aid learning and internet links to recommended websites to find out more.
Hardcover with 96 pages.
Author/Editor: Hazel Maskell.
Illustrator: Adam Larkum.
Description
This is the first in a fantastic new range of science books, explaining biology in an informal, fun and informative way. Written in a conversational style, this book offers children an approachable source of information on key subjects such as the life cycle, the human body, plant life, evolution and ecosystems. It is filled with up to date information straight from the headlines on such topical issues as stem cell research and the latest dinosaur discoveries. Complicated topics are kept fun with a variety of techniques including comic strips, fact boxes and 'nerdy notes' post-its with handy mnemonics written on them. It offers fun yet simple experiments that give children working examples to learn from.