More Science titles

Question: What are some good science titles to add to my library?

Response: Science books are difficult to recommend since they become outdated rather quickly. Keep an eye out for books that your students will enjoy reading. Choose books that you want to read or that look interesting to you. Here are a few that are quite popular in my school.

• What Einstein Told His Barber by Robert L. Wolke. Also, What Einstein Didn’t Know, and What Einstein Told His Cook.
• Gonzo Gizmos: Projects and Devices to Channel Your Inner Geek by Simon Quellen Field
• Animals Attack! Series. This series is perfect for the reluctant reader. Each book is short (40 pages or so), interesting, and can be gross which delights many students!

Check and see if you have any books on science experiments or science fair projects. Students love to try out experiments. Look for those that have photos to illustrate each step. Dorling Kindersley (DK Publishing) usually has a good selection for this. While you are looking at DK Publishing, check out the Eyewitness series. If you don’t have any Eyewitness books, get as many as you can!

Another science series is the Science on the Edge books. These offer information on cutting edge developments. One title in the series is Test Tube Babies. The book discusses the pros and cons of the procedure.

An important section of your library that you may need to supplement would be books on particular health issues that students or their families may be facing. We have a few books on anorexia nervosa and bulimia. A few years ago one student checked out each book we had on eating disorders. I learned that she had a sibling who was suffering with an eating disorder and she wanted to educate herself. I was glad I had information for her. Think also of students with dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, and other issues. What about the student whose parent is dealing with cancer? Do you have information for them in your library? Seriously consider adding to this section of your library.

Have a great week,
Audrey