Medieval Period and the Renaissance (Curriculum Connections)

ISBN 10: 1933834846 ISBN 13: 9781933834849

Publisher: Brown Bear Books, 2010

Synopsis

This illuminating series breaks down the story of scientific discovery by historical epoch, from the earliest use of fire and the development of the wheel through space travel, modern computing, and the fiber-optic revolution. Relevant curriculum standards covered by each topic are highlighted in the sidebars throughout each title. This set probes the history of scientific discovery, putting each leap forward in its social and scientific context as well as explaining the science.

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Reviews

Titles in the Technology through the Ages series trace the history of scientific innovation from prehistoric ages to the modern world. Spanning a time period from AD 0 to 1625, this volume packs an enormous amount of information into brief chapters that take a welcome global view. Detailed sections discuss Chinese and Arabian advancements that developed while Europe was still mired in the Dark Ages. Designed to provide direct curriculum support, the pages feature highlighted links to state and national science standards. With so much covered in such a brief space, topics are inevitably glossed over, but focused sidebars on subjects such as Viking navigation and Gutenberg’s press allow for more elaboration, and an extended time line will help readers put each innovation into context. The selection of artists’ renderings, archival reproductions, and color photos of ancient ruins add interest to the clear but dry text. Useful for students seeking historical review or inspiration for research topics, this will leave readers impressed by the eternal impact a single discovery can make. Grades 7-10. --Gillian Engberg

Edition details

• Publisher: Brown Bear Books
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1933834846
• ISBN 13: 9781933834849
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 112
• Editor: Ryles Briony, Hall Derek