Cells Are Us

by Frances R. Balkwill

An information-packed text and clever illustrations introduce children to the basics of cell biology by making complicated subjects, such as cell reproduction and cell specialization, accessible to young readers.

Genres: Science, Biology, Nonfiction, 2nd Grade

32 pages, Library Binding

First published August 16, 1990

Reviews

[Mandi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great series of books for introducing a more difficult science subject. I learned a lot right along with my children. Our favorite title in the series so far has been 'Cell Wars' - absolutely fascinating!

[Mehmet]

Hücrenin en temel bilgilerinin verildiği bu kitap sayesinde kırmızı hücre, beyaz hücre, sinir hücreleri vb. bir çocuğun aklına yıllarca verilen biyoloji derslerinden çok daha iyi girmiştir.

[Tom · Rating 4 out of 5]

great for for young children (and me)!

[Tom · Rating 4 out of 5]

great for for young children (and me)!

[Erik Ortega · Rating 5 out of 5]

i learned alot about cells i even learned about cells that i thought we didnt have!

[Molly Darr]

Although this book is a little dated, it is a great informational book about cells. This would be a great non-fiction book to help introduce cells to younger grades. Very detailed but easy to read.

[Roxanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book about cells introducing kids to the human body. The illustrations are great. This is a fun, educational book.

[Zoe · Rating 5 out of 5]

A perfect (and indeed, award winning) introduction to cells, DNA and chromosomes for 7-10 year olds. Colourful, clear, concise. Such a shame it is out of print.

[Brandielle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really great information laid out simply. It looks pretty dated so I wish they would go in and refresh it.