Anatomy and Physiology: An Illustrated Guide In articles ranging from 12 to 24 pages, Anatomy and Physiology: An Illustrated Guide takes a comparative look at nine biological systems and at their foundations in cell biology and genetics.
Animal and Plant Anatomy A Booklist "Twenty Best Bets for Student Researchers" pick, Animal and Plant Anatomy represents the diversity of life, bringing together descriptions of humans, birds, trees, crocodiles, rodents, seaweeds, and whales. General topic articles shed light on the structure and function of organ systems, the heredity and variation of organisms, and the adaptive changes undergone by species in order to survive in their environment, among other topics.
Birds of the World Hunters, rivals, mimics, and wooers: the lives of birds are varied and surprising. This richly illustrated set has a strong connection to the life sciences curriculum and pays particular attention to the complex relationship between birds and humans.
Encyclopedia of Life Sciences, Second Edition Revised throughout and expanded to include more than 80 new articles, the Second Edition of this reference set offers cutting-edge coverage of life science topics, including agriculture, anatomy, biochemistry, biology, genetics, medicine, and molecular biology.
Exploring Life Science Exploring Life Science is an accessible, visually compelling reference source for the science curriculum, especially in grades 4 to 6.
Mammal Anatomy: An Illustrated Guide This single volume reference title examines each biological system in 14 representative mammals, including humans, complete with taxonomy depicted through family trees and extensive illustrations.