Decoding Genes with Max Axiom, Super Scientist: 4D an Augmented Reading Science Experience

by Amber J. Keyser, Tod Smith (Illustrator), Al Milgrom (Illustrator)

Overview

Join Max Axiom as he explores the universe to teach about the importance of genes. Learn the facts about DNA and how it connects us to our ancestors. With writing prompts and discussion questions, and a hands-on activity, Max helps young readers understand how genes shape who we are.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781543572476
Publisher:	Capstone Press
Publication date:	08/01/2019
Series:	Graphic Science 4D
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	GN730L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 14 Years

Table of Contents

Section 1 Genes and Heredity 4

Section 2 The Structure of Genes 10

Section 3 Genomes, Variation, Evolution 16

Section 4 Genes in Action 22

More About Genes 28

Gummy DNA Chain 29

Discussion Questions, Writing Prompts, Take a Quiz! 30

Glossary 31

Read More, Internet Sites, Index 32

Interviews

Targeted ATOS of 4.5-5.5; Critical thinking discussion questions and writing prompts match content from teacher's guide; Exciting art makes for fun science learning

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2019

Gr 3–8— "Max Axiom" is a popular series thanks to its graphic novel format and the protagonist, a science superhero, who can use his abilities to investigate topics he finds interesting. These four titles have Max flying with Hurricane Hunters, shrinking down to explore genes and bacteria, and even travelling inside an electrical line. He visits labs, talks with experts out in the field, and chats with his neighbors about subjects like solar power and preparing for storms. The 4D app allows readers to access videos of chromosomes, storm surges, fish ladders, and other related topics from the text. There is also a how-to video for the suggested activity in each book and a quiz. For those without the app, an access code for the companion website offers the same content. VERDICT Solid information in a crowd-pleasing format for middle grades.

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