Super Simple Biology The Ultimate Bitesize Study Guide by DK / Smithsonian (2020)

Super Simple Biology: The Ultimate Bitesize Study Guide (2020) by DK in association with the Smithsonian — part of the popular DK Super Simple series — is a fantastic aid for coursework, homework, and studying for tests. This vibrantly illustrated, paperback study guide provides comprehensive coverage of biology in a visually engaging, easy-to-digest format ideal for grades 6–10.From reproduction to respiration and from enzymes to ecosystems, every topic is fully illustrated to support the information, make the facts clear, and bring biology to life. For key ideas, How it works and Look closer boxes explain the theory with the help of simple graphics. For further studying, a handy Key facts box provides a summary that students can check back on later.With clear, concise coverage of all the core biology topics, Super Simple Biology is the perfect accessible guide for students — supporting classwork, making studying for exams the easiest it’s ever been, and giving learners the confidence to tackle assessments and standardized tests.Topics covered across 288 pages: cells and the building blocks of life; cell division and the cell cycle; DNA, genes, and inheritance; genetic engineering and biotechnology; classification and evolution; the diversity of life including plants, animals, fungi, bacteria, and viruses; respiration and photosynthesis; enzymes and biological molecules; the human body — circulatory, respiratory, digestive, nervous, endocrine, immune, urinary, reproductive, and musculoskeletal systems; nutrition and health; disease and immunity; ecology and ecosystems; food chains and energy flow; nutrient cycles; biodiversity and conservation; human impact on the environment; and key practical biology skills.Reading level: ages 8–13 (per Amazon customer data) and grade levels 7–9. Essential for: middle school and early high school biology students (grades 6–10); homeschool curriculum supplements; parents helping with homework; SAT and ACT science preparation; visual learners; English Language Learners building science vocabulary; and any student who wants a clear, illustrated reference to support classroom learning.