Switches are marvelous things - they control the most useful and convenient form of energy in our modern world, electricity. By powering machines and devices it turns night into day, stillness into motion, silence into sound and cold into hot - or the other way around. Yet electricity itself is invisible, so we study the science of it by its effects.
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filled with useful information..supported by a range of excellent photographs and diagrams, a comprehensive account.. Useful as support for existing projects ...could also be used to start students off on new topics. (School Librarian, v.49, no.1, Spring 2001)
Develop the children's understanding of magnetism and electromagnetism with this accessible book for upper juniors. The appealing publication introduces Y6 pupils to otherwise complex scientific concepts in an accessible manner. Fact files, history files, test files and future files help to divide the pages into digestible portions and striking photography and illustrations are used throughout. (Junior focus, June 2002)
An exciting series providing a superb range of up-to-date information, facts and figures on key scientific topics.
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Hardback. Condition: Good. 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. Seller Inventory # 00105541542
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Library Binding. Condition: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Seller Inventory # 1403472831-11-1
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Hardback. Condition: Good. 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. Seller Inventory # CIN1403472831G
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