Understanding Health and Behaviour (Why Science Matters) - Hardcover

Fullick, Ann

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0431040710 ISBN 13: 9780431040714

Publisher: Raintree, 2008

Synopsis

Why are we influenced by advertising? How much does nurture determine behaviour? What is imprinting? The 'Why Science Matters' series demonstrates how the science we learn at school is important in every aspect of our everyday lives. Using case studies and investigations, the series describes the development of science and technologies that can improve our lives – or lead to new scientific challenges and controversies. In 'Understanding Health & Behaviour', we look at how animals have clear patterns of behaviour, such as reacting to hunger and their response to meeting other animals. We find out how investigating behaviour can take place in the laboratory or a natural environment, and the role of both nature and nurture in animal and human development. And we learn how our diet, exercise, and drugs can affect the way we behave.

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Understanding Health and Behaviour

Synopsis

"Why Science Matters" is a series for pupils at Key Stage 3 illustrating the relevance of science to our everyday lives. The series relates what is learnt in school to real-world examples that are familiar or accessible to readers to facilitate comprehension of the curriculum, while also provoking discussion of topical issues, from the environment to medical research. The books profile real scientists and their research, providing information and links about careers in the field, and feature 'Science You Learn' panels to show students the relevance of the curriculum concepts taught in school. The series also teaches students about the importance of science, its numerous applications, and the implications of scientific discovery for the world.

Edition details

• Publisher: Raintree
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0431040710
• ISBN 13: 9780431040714
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 56