Spectrum Science, Grade 4: Volume 56

Although I ordered this book, to assist my teen aged daughter with her study of science; the book seems to be a good one. Of course, in regards to education some books can be beneficial overall.

The Spectrum series as a whole is very good, but I liked the Science book in particular...the format of the book is great, with a one page outline of a Science topic of interest, followed by a set of questions to help reinforce the concepts covered. The concepts are lucidly explained, with the right level of detail; my son has been reading these with great interest. It surely will provide kids an edge as they prepare for 4th grade.

The Spectrum science grade 4 is an excellent workbook which we are using as a supplement to our science program. It covers more material than I expected it to. The chapter titles are: Science as Inquiry, Physical Science, Life Science, Earth and Space Science, Science and Technology, Science in Personal and Social Perspectives, History and nature of Science. The reason I gave this 4 stars instead of 5 is because it is not very colorful. There are some color pictures that aren't very interesting and the type is two-tone. However, I do understand the cost involved in colored texts, so for the price, the workbook is done well enough. The scope of information the workbooks cover is very complete and thorough. I am pleased enough with Spectrum science that I may use it next year as our science spine, adding in living books along the way.