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Reviewed on September 1, 2009
Gr 5-8 Clear language, embedded definitions, and interesting examples illustrate abstract concepts through both text and well-chosen photographs. The authors do not avoid difficult or controversial issues: "Changing Life", for example, provides a clear and useful explanation of the theory of evolution, with multiple sources of evidence and a discussion of how it helps scientists to predict the implications of changes to the environment. "Science Ethics" discusses topics such as global warming and animal research, and t...Log In or Sign Up to Read More