The Advent of Electricity (1800 – 1900)

Science Highlights: A Gareth Stevens Timeline Series

This book covers the scientific developments of the 19th century, the great age of the machine when factory chimneys rose above industrial towns. Manufacturers constantly improved technology to get a commercial advantage. Meanwhile, other scientists began to explore fundamental questions about the nature of humans and their ancestors. Fun features, such as sidebars and timelines, allow for multiple learning opportunities.

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Series Review: Science Highlights: A Gareth Stevens Timeline SeriesThough small in size, these books are big on information and utilize a variety of methods to convey the information...Libraries looking to provide a basic overview of science and technology will find this a useful addition...an attractive series that manages to pack a great deal of history into concise, easy to read chapters.Library Media Connection
RL
Grades
6-8
IL
Grades
6-8
GRL
V
Details:
Product type:
ISBN: 978-1-4339-4149-8
Author: Charlie Samuels
Copyright: 2011
Reading Level: Grades 6-8
Interest Level: Grades 6-8
GRL: V
Lexile: 790L
Dimensions: 8 1/2" x 10 1/2"