Scholastic Science Dictionary

An illustrated dictionary defining scientific terms from "aa" to "zygote."

Not sure how to explain arthroscopy to your curious kids? Do you want to let them learn (and maybe teach you) on their own? The Scholastic Science Dictionary is a fantastic reference tool for science- and nature-oriented kids in elementary and middle school. More than 2,400 terms from biology, astronomy, chemistry, physics, psychology, geology, and other fields are defined with pronunciation guides, cross-references, and clear full-color illustrations by Hannah Bonner. There might not be enough information included to write a report on a given subject, but the definitions are a great help to young researchers and can get the writing process flowing when other sources use unfamiliar words. When you need to know which way a stalagmite points, the Scholastic Science Dictionary is there for you. --Rob Lightner