Gateway to Science: Vocabulary and Concepts

Uses picture dictionary and textbook formats to introduce content-area knowledge and skills needed to meet the requirements of science programs and state assessments. Teaches vocabulary and concepts from the following areas: science basics, life science,earth science, physical science. Includes glossary with Spanish translations. Appropriate for English language learners.

Tim Collins holds a PhD in Teaching English as a Foreign Language from the University of Texas at Austin as well as two Masters from the University of Illinois at Urbana. He has held teaching posts in Morocco, Spain, Taiwan, and the United State. He is a Fulbright Scholar, as well as the former Academic Director of the Fulbright Taiwan English Teaching Program. He has authored many ELT texts and continues to develop and manage text for all ages and proficiency levels. Currently he is an Assistant Professor at National-Louis University in Chicago and also serves the role of Visiting Assistant Professor at National Ilan University in Taiwan.

Mary Jane Maples has over 30 years of experience in English teaching. She has served as Editorial Director and Executive Editor on over two dozen titles, including titles in other languages. She has mainly worked with elementary and junior high school age learners.