Light vs. Dark
From the Set Science Showdowns
Illustrates the differences between light and dark. Explains how light and dark are created and how they affect everyday life. Colorful photographs and diagrams help illustrate each science concept. A chart compares the concepts head-to-head to help solidify readers' grasp of the material. Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
- Light and Dark
- Waves on the Move
- Rainbows of Color
- Light Power
- Light vs. Dark Chart
- Glossary
- To Learn More
- Index
Interest Level | Grade 1 - Grade 4 |
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Reading Level | Grade 2 |
Dewey | 535 |
Lexile | 530 |
ATOS Reading Level | |
Guided Reading Level | P |
Language | English |
Publisher | The Child's World, Inc. |
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Format | Reinforced book, Hosted ebook |
ISBN | 9781503844469, 9781503847804 |
Copyright | 2021, 2021 |
Number of Pages | 24, 24 |
Dimensions | 9.5 x 8, 9.5 x 8 |
Graphics | Full-color photographs |
A noteworthy review of Science Showdowns from School Library Journal on April 1, 2021
Written to introduce basic science concepts through comparing and contrasting, each book in this series features a pair of opposites, such as light and dark or renewable and nonrenewable energy. Large, clear photos support the text and have labels to reinforce important details. There are also diagrams showing such things as life cycles, sound waves, or the arrangement of particles in different states of matter. Glossary terms are in color to draw attention on the page. Each book ends with a chart contrasting the opposites, along with the URL for the publisher’s website to access a list of links for further information. The text is a bit long for primary grades but could be used by teachers to introduce a topic or read independently by older students. VERDICT The broad range of subjects makes this a versatile set for classroom use.
Author: Clara MacCarald
Clara MacCarald is a freelance writer with a master's degree in biology. She lives with her family in an off-grid house nestled in the forests of central New York. When not parenting her daughter, she spends her time writing nonfiction books for kids.