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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
| Introduction | p. 4 |
| What Is Sound? | p. 6 |
| Properties of Sound | p. 12 |
| Behavior of Sound | p. 18 |
| Music | p. 24 |
| Sound and Living Things | p. 28 |
| Sound Technology | p. 34 |
| Working with Sound | p. 40 |
| Glossary | p. 44 |
| Further Information | p. 46 |
| Index | p. 48 |
| Table of Contents provided by Ingram. All Rights Reserved. |
ISBN: 9780836880991
ISBN-10: 0836880994
Series: Gareth Stevens Vital Science: Physical Science
Audience:
Children
For Ages: 11 - 12 years old
For Grades: 6 - 8
Format:
Paperback
Language:
English
Number Of Pages: 48
Published: 1st January 2007
Dimensions (cm): 22.7 x 16.3
x 0.3
Weight (kg): 0.127
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