Paperback
(World Scientific Publishing Company, May 17, 2017)
Scientists are often presented as old men in white coats, but this series shows that great discoveries have been made by people of all ages and cultures -- some are young people, and many are female.
An introduction to different kinds of rocks and soils describing their characteristics, location, and uses. Includes study questions, activities, and experiments
Describes the seeds produced by different kinds of plants, how they spread, germinate, and grow into a new plant. Includes study questions, activities, and experiments
A comprehensive look at the physical and chemical structure of the earth including information about rocks, soil, water, weather, the atmosphere, and the solar system.
An introduction to such materials as wood, rubber, coal, oil, and plastics, describing their characteristics and usefulness. Includes study questions, activities, and experiments.