Hidden Worlds: Looking Through a Scientist's Microscope

Stephen Kramer and Dennis Kunkel offer a view into a world that few get to experience in this fascinating look into the life of a scientist. Through the use of electron microscope images and

There are hidden worlds in nature that you can see only through the lenses of powerful microscope. This book examines objects most people have never even thought about: a mosquito’s foot, a crystal of sugar, a grain of pollen, the delicate hairs on a blade of grass.

Beautiful pictures taken from a microscope by Steve and Dennis. This informaiton book has a lot of information about scientists, what they do, different types of microscopes, etc. I think children would love this book, because of the pictures alone.

There is some useful information included in this book, but I think a hands on application of the subject would be more beneficial for students. Classroom use: Maybe could be used as a supplement activity for kids working hands on with microscopes.

Fascinating pictures and a great attention getter for students who are interested in becoming a scientist.

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