genetics

Discusses how genes are passed on through the generations, how variations occur, and how these genetic changes can help humans and other populations survive.

Readers will gain a deeper understanding of how DNA and RNA work together to make all the individual humans, animals, and plants on our planet.

Upbeat and positive, this resource encourages those with bipolar disorder to take control of their situations rather than let bipolar disorder control them.

Readers learn about the inherited traits parents can pass down to their children.

"This book gives children an in-depth look at DNA and its role in all living things--from why we have different-colored eyes to why we age. Discover what DNA is, what it does, and how it shapes our lives, including inheritance and why we look like our parents; forensic science and how DNA evidence helps catch criminals; and genetic engineering and if we could bring dinosaurs back to life"--Amazon.

"CRISPR stands for clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats. If it sounds complicated, that's because it is. It's almost completely changing the way we think about the future not just of science, but of humanity. CRISPR technology has the potential to eliminate diseases like malaria and cancer, improve the stability of our food supply, and help manage conservation efforts for threatened animals. But with evolving science comes unknown consequences. Are we prepared to take that risk?"--Back cover.

"An introduction to genetic code combines simple, engaging language and expressive, child-friendly illustrations to explain how biological life grows and changes and how DNA combines to make humans both unique and connected to all life on the planet"--OCLC.

Explores the scientific principles and ethical issues of genetic engineering.

Dr. Moreau, a scientist, finds an isolated island that gives him the freedom to create hideous creatures with human intelligence.

This book will help kids understand why animals' offspring look like their parents, as well as why they may share traits with their parents and other family members. The science behind heredity is explained in simple, age-appropriate text, while graphic organizers help to show how genes and heredity work.