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Title: Cell Wars
| Grade Level: | K - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8 |
| Other Uses: | general public education, teacher
background information |
| Type: | Student book (32 pp.) |
| Authors: | Balkwill, F., and Rolph, M. |
| Publisher: | Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press |
| Year of pub.: | 1991 |
| Price: | $8.95 |
Description: One of a series of children's books on cell biology and genetics, this short book focuses on the body's immune system, with lots of details provided about the different immune cell types and how they fight against invading bacteria and viruses. Attention is also given to health topics such as hygiene, food contamination, and vaccinations. Material is presented in a clear, easy-to-read style with colorful, appealing, and humorous graphics. Other books in this series include: Amazing Schemes Within Your Genes, Cells Are Us, and DNA is Here to Stay.
Strengths: Colorful graphics and clever explanations appeal to students. Difficult concepts are explained well but on the whole have not been watered down. Coverage of everyday health topics allows students to see relevance to their own lives. Good presentation of scientific vocabulary.
Weaknesses: Readability is probably not best-suited for younger primary students. The small book size does not lend itself well to reading aloud in a group format. No activities, teacher's guide, or supporting resources.
Keywords: Cells, differentiation, bacteria, biodiversity
Genetics concepts addressed: 6, 8
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Other subjects addressed: Health, Immunology
| ISBN#: | 0001963074 |
| Ordering Information: |
1-800-843-4388 |
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last updated 6/07/00