Books in Gareth Stevens Vital Science- Life Science series

- Topics correlate to NSES science curriculum standards- Fun activities build interest in--and comprehension of--key science concepts- Series developed in consultation with a science curriculum consultant- Tips for science success- Charts, tables, and scientific diagrams for students to solve real-world problems- Full-color photographs pull readers into the action- Glossary to help build science vocabulary

Gareth Stevens Vital Science books are designed to help prepare students for NCLB science testing by reinforcing key concepts across the science curriculum. The six volumes in Earth Science use clear language and a variety of photographs, illustrations, and diagrams to help students understand the properties of rocks, soils, water, gases, and fossils. Weather, biomes and ecosystems, and earth's core and crust are also covered, making this a comprehensive and indispensable resource. Each book in the series features: - Concepts that support National Science Education Standards (NSES) and state standards- Text developed in consultation with a science curriculum expert- Clear explanations of key scientific concepts- Diagrams, maps, and other illustrations that enhance understanding- A glossary of key terms

Key features: - Topics correlated to the middle school science curriculum- Text developed in consultation with a science curriculum consultant- Clear explanations of key scientific concepts- A wealth of diagrams and other detailed illustrations that aid understanding- A glossary of key scientific termsSpecial Features: - Diagrams- Focus boxes- Glossary and Index- Sources of further information

Gareth Stevens Vital Science books are designed to help prepare students for NCLB science testing by reinforcing key concepts across the science curriculum. The eight volumes in Physical Science use clear language and a variety of photographs and diagrams to increase students' understanding of forces and motion; light, heat, electricity, magnetism and sound; and the properties of objects they encounter in their daily lives. Two volumes discuss the history of science and the role of science in society.Features and benefits: - Concepts that support National Science Education Standards (NSES) and state standards: - Physical Science- Science in Personal and Social Perspectives- History and Nature of Science- Text developed in consultation with a science curriculum expert- Clear explanations of key scientific concepts- Full-color photographs, diagrams, and other illustrations that enhance understanding- Focus boxes that supplement the text- A glossary of key terms