My First Book About Genetics (Dover Science For Kids Coloring Books) - Softcover

Wynne, Patricia J.; Silver, Donald M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0486840476 ISBN 13: 9780486840475

Publisher: Dover Publications, 2020

Synopsis

Unlock the secrets of DNA and discover the fascinating world of genetics with this Silver 2020 Moonbeam award-winner! Kids will be amazed to learn how genes control our traits and are passed down through generations.
 
Learning is fun with this entertaining and informative book about genetics. Forty-six illustrations are accompanied by easy-to-read captions explaining that genes are "chemical instructions" necessary for living things to stay alive and reproduce.
Perfect for kids ages 8 and up, this book describes what genes control and how they are passed along from one generation to the next, genes and DNA, genes and proteins, genes that turn on and those that turn off, genes that protect us from harmful bacteria and viruses, and genes that scientists transfer from one kind of living thing to another.
 

• Engaging and Educational: Featuring forty-six engaging illustrations accompanied by easy-to-understand captions, My First Book About Genetics is perfect for young STEM and STEAM learners aged 8 and up.
• Foundational Knowledge: Through clear explanations, readers will discover that genes are essential "chemical instructions" necessary for all living things to thrive and reproduce, laying the groundwork for a deeper understanding of biology and the sciences.
• Exploration of Genetic Concepts: This book provides a comprehensive introduction to key genetic concepts, including the roles genes play in controlling various functions, how they are inherited across generations, and the significance of genes in relation to DNA and proteins.
• Interactive Learning Experience: Children are introduced to complex ideas, making them accessible and engaging through coloring.
• Promotes Curiosity About Science: Coloring is a fun way to learn about the father of genetics, Gregor Mendel, fundamental genetic principles, the impact of genes on life, the activation of genes, genes that protect against pathogens, and the futuristic science of transferring genes between different organisms.
• It's a Winner! This STEM coloring and activity book is a winner of the Silver 2020 Moonbeam Award for Activity Book 2– Educational, Science, and History!
• Resource for Parents and Educators:My First Book About Genetics is invaluable for parents, educators, and homeschoolers. It provides a solid foundation in genetic science in a way that is both educational and entertaining.

About this title

About the Author

An accomplished science and nature illustrator, Patricia J. Wynne is the recipient of the 2008 Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor and has won awards from Parenting magazine, the John Burroughs Association, and the National Science Teachers Association. Patricia's artwork has appeared in galleries, magazines, newspapers, and more than 100 books for both children and adults. She is the illustrator of numerous successful Dover titles on science and nature, including My First Book About Outer Space and My First Book About the Body.
Trained as a research scientist, Donald M. Silver has written more than 80 books for students of all ages and for teachers. His One Small Square series takes a close-up look at plants and animals where they live. He has won numerous awards including the Children's Science Writing Award in Physics and Astronomy from the American Institute of Physicists. He lives in New York City where he has worked with Patricia J. Wynne since 1981 and with whom he has co-authored numerous successful Dover titles on science and nature, including the "My First Book" series.

Edition details

• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Publication date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0486840476
• ISBN 13: 9780486840475
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48