A selection of fascinating books that will help students understand nature, science, and our place in the universe.
The modern world is changing rapidly due to technology and scientific discoveries. Knowing the basics of science helps students adapt to these changes and opens up opportunities for future careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics). Here is a selection of books that will help students broaden their horizons and better understand nature and science.
«A Short History of Nearly Everything» by Bill Bryson
An exciting journey through the world of science: from the origin of the universe to the mysteries of the human body. Written in simple and clear language.
«The New Noah» by Gerald Durrell
The famous English biologist and writer tells how he, together with a team of enthusiasts, created a zoo on the island of Jersey.
«Physics Explained Simply» by Alexander Nikonov
Complex physical phenomena are explained in a simple and interesting way. This book will help you understand how the world works from a scientific perspective.
«Cosmos» by Carl Sagan
A classic book about the universe, space, and humanity's place in it. It addresses questions such as the origin of life, the death of the Sun, the evolution of galaxies, as well as the circumstances and personalities that helped shape modern science.
«The Remarkable Lives of Plants» by Nikolai Gol'
Readers will learn how the spruce tree became a symbol of the New Year, how the search for black pepper led to the discovery of the Pacific Ocean and the first circumnavigation of the world, how potatoes caused peasant uprisings, and that "manna from heaven" really does exist.
«My Herbarium. Leaves of Plants» by Anna Vasilyeva
Texts written by a botanist and realistic watercolor illustrations help children immerse themselves in the world of trees, teaching them to treat nature with care and admire its beauty. The book contains interesting facts about trees, as well as detailed instructions on how to properly collect and dry leaves for a herbarium. Additionally, it includes ideas for games and crafts using leaves.
«The Origin of Life: From Nebula to Cell» by Mikhail Nikitin
The author presents a modern overview of key ideas and hypotheses about the origin and development of life on Earth. This fundamental work is written in simple and accessible language, making it understandable even for readers with no background in biology. The book introduces cutting-edge scientific concepts that are changing our understanding of the life around us.
«To Explain the World: The Discovery of Modern Science» by Steven Weinberg
A Nobel Prize laureate in Physics and one of the world's most authoritative scientists tells the story of how science was born, developed, and how it has influenced humanity. The book is written so clearly and accessibly that science becomes understandable even for the unprepared reader.
«The Magic of Anatomy» by Carol Donner
The book tells the adventures of Max and Molly, who wonder about how the human body works: why the stomach doesn't digest itself, what the immune system is for, and much more.
«The Story of Earth: The First 4.5 Billion Years, from Stardust to Living Planet» by Robert Hazen
Together with the author, the reader embarks on an exciting journey through billions of years: from the birth of the universe and the appearance of the first chemical elements to the formation of the solar system and the detailed history of Earth (continental drift, the formation and erosion of mountain ranges, mass extinctions, and landscape changes caused by meteorites and volcanoes).
