Science for Kids

The Theoretical Minimum: What You Need to Know to Start Doing Physics

A Wall Street Journal Best Book of 2013If you ever regretted not taking physics in college—or simply want to know how to think like a physicist—this is the book for you. In this bestselling introduction, physicist Leonard Susskind and hacker-scientist George Hrabovsky offer a first course in physics and associated math for the ardent amateur. Challenging, lucid, and …

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Let’s Review: Biology, The Living Environment (Let’s Review Series)

This updated biology review book covers all topics prescribed by the New York State Board of Regents and serves as a valuable companion to high school biology textbooks. Two comprehensive study units cover the following material–Unit One explains the process of scientific inquiry, including the understanding of natural phenomena and laboratory testing in biologyUnit Two focuses on specific …

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Cracking the SAT Biology E/M Subject Test, 15th Edition (College Test Preparation)

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO HELP SCORE A PERFECT 800. Equip yourself to ace the SAT Biology Subject Test with The Princeton Review’s comprehensive study guide—including 2 full-length practice tests, thorough reviews of key biology topics, and targeted strategies for every question type.Bio can be a tough subject to get a good handle on—and scoring well on the SAT …

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Barron’s AP Physics 1 and 2 (Barron’s Ap Physics B)

This brand new book provides in-depth review for the new Physics 1 and Physics 2 exams. Taken over a two year period, these courses replace the old Physics B course. Course content revolves about the 7 “Big Ideas” of physics, which encompass core scientific principles, theories, and processes of discipline. Barron’s AP Physics 1 and 2 offers in-depth …

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AP Physics 1 Essentials: An APlusPhysics Guide

“The best physics books are the ones kids will actually read.” AP Physics 1 Essentials is an easy-to-read guide to the entire AP Physics 1 course, featuring more than 600 worked-out problems with full solutions and deeper understanding questions. AP Physics 1 Essentials covers all major topics included in the AP Physics 1 course, including: kinematics, …

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The Structure of Evolutionary Theory

The world’s most revered and eloquent interpreter of evolutionary ideas offers here a work of explanatory force unprecedented in our time–a landmark publication, both for its historical sweep and for its scientific vision.With characteristic attention to detail, Stephen Jay Gould first describes the content and discusses the history and origins of the three core commitments of classical Darwinism: …

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McGraw-Hill Education Science Workbook for the GED Test

All new for the new GED test! Drills and exercises to help you ace the Science section The GED test includes a Science section covering life science, physical science, and earth and space science. This workbook provides the focused practice you need to earn a passing score on this section. McGraw-Hill Education Science Workbook for the …

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CliffsNotes Praxis II Biology Content Knowledge (5235), 2nd Edition

The Praxis II tests are teacher-certification tests used to verify that teacher candidates have the subject knowledge required to teach a specific subject. Praxis II Biology Content Knowledge (5235) is the test used at the secondary level. The computer-delivered test (5235) is administered within ten extended timeframes annually.The following states use the Praxis II Biology test for teacher …

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Uncovering Student Ideas in Science, Volume 2: 25 More Formative Assessment Probes

If Hollywood were filming this sequel, the studio would call it Probes 2: More Battles Against Misunderstandings. Like the blockbuster that came before it, Volume 2 of Uncovering Student Ideas in Science will reveal the surprising misconceptions students bring to the classroom so you can adjust your teaching to replace those ideas with a sound understanding of science. …

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