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MG – Intro to Chemistry: Need to Know

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Faust, Daniel R. Intro to Chemistry: Need to Know. Bearport Publishing, 2023. $21.02 each or $126.12 Set of 6. Grades 6-12.

Acids and Bases. 979-8-885-09422-1.
Atoms and Molecules. 979-8-885-09423-8.
Chemical Reactions. 979-8-885-09424-5.
Metals and Nonmetals. 979-8-885-09425-2.
The Periodic Table. 979-8-885-09427-6.
States of Matter. 979-8-885-09426-9.

This reviewer had the opportunity to read The Periodic Table. This title utilizes an analogy which equates the periodic table to a library in its organization structure. Larger text with key words highlighted and defined make this difficult topic accessible for struggling readers. Colorful photographs, images, and charts add to the visual interest. With backmatter that includes SilverTips for success, a glossary, read more, learn more online, and an index, this title will help readers in gather basic information on Chemistry. The text is written at a second-grade reading level in a dyslexia-friendly font, which will help struggling readers succeed with concepts learned in high school Chemistry or Physical Science classes.

THOUGHTS: This series is a recommended purchase for secondary libraries, especially in schools where students may study Chemistry.

530.4 States of Matter
546 Inorganic Chemistry

Elem. – What Was It? (Series NF)

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McCurry, Kristen. What Was It? Pebble, 2020. Unpaged (32). $21.99 ea. Pre-K.

What Was It Before It Got Wet? 978-1-9771-1334-4.
What Was It Before Melted? 978-1-9771-1332-0.
What Was It Before It Was Cut? 978-1-9771-1331-3.
What Was It Before It Was Smashed? 978-1-9771-1333-7.

These “turn and see” books encourage critical thinking in the very young. What Was It Before It Got Wet presents readers with vibrant close-up photographs of a wet substance, and challenges them to identify what the substance was in its dry state. Many of the illustrations are of familiar items – soapy lather, hot chocolate – but some are more challenging to recognize, including a drenched koala. A photo of a seedling may really stretch young minds to determine the answer. The graphic design of the volume is gorgeous, with bright “what was it?” photos set off by wide margins, and answer photos on the reverse side full-page images.

THOUGHTS: This book begs to be read one-to-one, with enthusiastic discussion to ensue. 

530.02 Physics and Matter          Nancy Nadig, Penn Manor SD