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First Illustrated Science Dictionary
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A brightly illustrated introduction to science which supports teaching in primary schools. Includes a section on 'what is science?' as well information about living things, materials, forces, light, sound and electriciy, space, and scientific investigations.
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A brightly illustrated introduction to science which supports teaching in primary schools.
A simple introduction to essential science concepts, perfect for both children and parents as a dip-in dictionary or to work through subject by subject.
With clear definitions of over 350 key terms and concepts, and hundreds of bright illustrations and useful examples, as well as internet links to recommended interactive websites offering science puzzles, games, and experiments.
Includes a section on What is science?, as well information about living things, materials, forces, light, sound and electricity, space, and scientific investigations.
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The Usborne First Illustrated Science Dictionary is a valuable resource praised for its user-friendly format and engaging illustrations. It helps demystify complex science terms and concepts, offering ideas for experiments and projects, which makes it particularly useful for parents assisting with homework.
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ISBN: 9781409555407
Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 March 2013
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Candice Whatmore
Audience: Primary and secondary education
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 8.0mm
Width: 171.0mm
Height: 241.0mm
Weight: 340g
Pages: 104
About the Author
Kirsteen Robson (Author)
Kirsteen Robson joined Usborne in 1997 with a background in music, education, and Christian publishing. She has written and edited over 300 Usborne titles, from dictionaries and encyclopedias to activity books with flaps, stickers and sounds. She loves the challenge of writing about anything from aardvarks to zombies.
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