Gene Editing

by Meg Marquardt

Overview

Introduces readers to the science behind gene editing, including how and why the technology was created, current examples of the technology in action, and cutting-edge research advancing the technology. Eye-catching infographics, clear text, informative sidebars, and a “How It Works” special feature make this book an engaging introduction to this exciting technology.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781641858342
Publisher:	North Star Editions
Publication date:	08/01/2019
Series:	Engineering the Human Body
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	660L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Genetic Code 4

Chapter 2 History of Gene Therapy 10

Chapter 3 Treating Disease 16

How It Works Gene Editing 22

Chapter 4 The Rise of Gene Editing 24

Test Your Knowledge 30

Key Words/Index 31

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2019

Gr 4–7—Biomedical engineering improves lives and bodies; this fascinating series succeeds at making this complex topic accessible. It examines currently available innovations, ongoing research, and exciting future possibilities. Readers learn how these technologies were developed, how they're used, and what they're made of. Anecdotes about real people demonstrate how biomedical marvels worked; interesting sidebars supplement texts. Good photos capture microscopic glimpses of body parts and cells, labeled examples of technologies and devices (sometimes in use), and scientists at work. Other fine graphics include comprehensible charts and diagrams. In each volume, "How It Works" explains the technology fully; "Focus On" challenges students with sum-up and critical thinking activities and a short multiple-choice quiz (answers provided). VERDICT Engaging, information packed; recommended for public and school libraries. In science or current-events units, educators can have students brainstorm future biomedical technologies and why they're needed.

School Library Journal

"This fascinating series succeeds at making this complex topic accessible. Engaging: information packed." —School Library Journal

"Students ... will want to read this series to enhance their knowledge and to spark their curiosity. Teachers and teacher-librarians will want this series in their collections." —School Library Connection

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