The Science of a Pandemic
From the Series 21st Century Skills Library
This book discusses the science behind pandemics and their effects. The chapters examine the deadliest pandemics in history, explain how these diseases spread so quickly, and show how scientists are working to prevent and contain future disease outbreaks. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.
Interest Level | Grade 4 - Grade 8 |
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Reading Level | Grade 5 |
Copyright | 2015 |
BISACS | JNF024020, JNF051000, JNF051160 |
Genre | Nonfiction |
Publisher | Cherry Lake Publishing |
Series | Racial Justice in America: Excellence and Achievement: 21st Century Skills Library |
Language | English |
Number of Pages | 32 |
Lexile | 1010 |
ISBN | 9781631376252 |
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Title Format | Reinforced book |
Release Date | 2014-08-01 |
Author | Robin Koontz |
Features | Author/Illustrator biography, Glossary of key words, Index, Informative sidebars, Sources for further research, Table of contents |
Dewey | 614.4 |
Graphics | Full-color photographs |
Dimensions | 7.5 x 9.5 |
Guided Reading Level | V |