Publisher's Synopsis
The comprehensive and stunning guides in this series give readers a visually exquisite exploration of important topics in STEM, including the diversity of life on Earth, the universe around us, and technology, energy, and motion. Each book presents a different scientific subject in an attractive, simple way that engages readers, all the while providing the scientific rigor desired by educators and required in curricular standards. The series' highly attractive design incorporates visual learning aids such as illustrations, photographs, maps, and explanatory insets, as well as biographical treatments of key figures in the history of science. Through a multidisciplinary approach that blends, science becomes engaging and inviting for all readers. Features include: Covers content included in the Next Generation Science Standards as well as national and state STEM curricular standards. Attractive design includes maps, diagrams, charts, and 3D-like illustrations. Incorporates biographies of prominent scientists for a multidisciplinary approach to STEM. Expert reviewed by a team of biologists, naturalists, geologists, astronomers, doctors, and geneticists.