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The photos are beautiful and the text gives bites of information that are easy to read in short sittings. We homeschool, and although my child hasn't gravitated to the book and read it on her own, I still use 3 of Theo Gray's books (this one, plus "Molecules" and " Reactions ") in two ways: I read some of the funny and/or clear explanations, or use the wonderful illustrations, as a supplement to my child's 7th-grade science textbook; and I will read parts of them out loud as evening reading, since some of the text conveys the pure beauty and wonder of chemistry. The indexes are good, so I've been able to go back and find the excerpts I'm looking for.
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Photos are absolutely amazing! Text is fun and informative; Gray has done a good job of making chemistry appealing to a broad audience. I bought this book for my 10 year old son who has just gotten really curious about chemistry. The beginning of the book was a REALLY great introduction to the periodic table for him (and a great refresher for anyone else), especially since it is nicely color-coded and the information is presented in a concise, understandable manner. Beyond that, each element is showcased on a double page spread with examples of how it is relevant in our lives. We're glad Gray decided to share his knowledge and passion for chemistry!
Very reader friendly, even those not well versed in the periodic table. Great pictures and applications to daily life. Great price!
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Excellent living book for Charlotte Mason approach to homeschool.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Great introduction to the elements. The explanation of the practical uses of each element kept my kids reading. My kids did not want to put this book down. I highly recomend this book!!!
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