Science to the Rescue

Features

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Cover Type: Hard Cover with 48 pages
• Published by: Atheneum
• Edition: 1st Edition April 1, 1994
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0689317832
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0689317835
• Book Dimensions: 10.4 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches
• Weighs: 15 ounces

From School Library Journal
Grade 4-6-A clear explanation of the scientific method opens this fascinating look at science in action. Many real-life problems are presented with a short explanation of how scientists have come to the rescue in each case, plus a related follow-up challenge for readers to solve. The solutions include building artificial islands offshore for coastal cities needing more land; using an excimer laser, so precise that it can carve notches in a human hair, to perform precision surgery without damaging surrounding tissue; employing a robot for a job too dangerous for humans to perform; creating an artificial leg with a knee joint and electronic sensors to help a child learn to run and play again. These examples and more are presented in concise, conversational prose that is lively enough to read aloud. The book has an attractive cover and high-quality, full-color photographs. Today's readers may be inspired to become tomorrow's problem solvers.
Eunice Weech, M.L. King Elementary School, Urbana, IL
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Booklist
Gr. 4-7. After a clear introduction to the scientific method that explains the three kinds of variables, Markle identifies eight problematic areas facing people today (jobs too dangerous for people to perform, for example) and shows how science has provided a solution (called a science rescue). She then challenges readers to build models or make plans to find their own solutions to the problems. The book is an great science project resource because the challenges suggest diagrams, plans, and building projects that are on a humbler scale than Markle's actual science rescues. Mary Harris Veeder