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Grade 9 Science
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Urry, L. A., Cain, M. L., Wasserman, S. A., Minorsky, P. V., & Reece, J. B. Campbell Biology in Focus. Pearson, 2014.
This text was developed to help students master the fundamental content and scientific skills necessary for success after high school. The focus is an exploration of the key questions, approaches, and ideas of modern biology. Content includes an overview of Chemistry and Cells, Genetics, Evolution, The Evolutionary History of Life, Plant Form and Function, Animal Form and Function, and Ecology.
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Miller, K., & Levine, J. (2014). Biology. Pearson.
Pearson: Miller and Levine Biology encourages inquiry-based discovery by asking students to think like scientists through a variety of organizing principles and features.
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Urry, L. A., Cain, M. L., Wasserman, S. A., Minorsky, P. V., & Orr, R. B. (2020). Campbell Biology in Focus. Pearson Education Limited.
Grade 10 Science
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Wilbraham, A.C., et al. Chemistry. Pearson, 2017
The new Pearson Chemistry program combines proven content that includes both personalized learning and connections with the real world to ensure student success in the chemistry classroom.
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Marieb, E. N. (2015). Essentials of human anatomy and physiology. Pearson Education.
Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology helps learners focus on the essentials of A&P, without getting sidetracked in unnecessary details. The brief and accessible text combines short, easy-to-read chapters with easy-to-follow figures to provide a near-perfect level and depth of content needed for success on the one-semester A&P course.
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Wysession, Frank, & Yancopoulos. Physical Science: Concepts in Action. Pearson, 2011.
Physical Science fosters an interactive classroom environment where students explore the foundational principles of physics and chemistry. Through teacher-guided experiments and collaborative discussions, students develop a strong understanding of scientific concepts, enhance their problem-solving skills, and build a solid foundation for future scientific studies.
Grade 11 Science
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Wilbraham, A.C., et al. Chemistry. Pearson, 2017
The new Pearson Chemistry program combines proven content that includes both personalized learning and connections with the real world to ensure student success in the chemistry classroom.
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Walker, James. Pearson Physics. Pearson, 2014.
Walker's Physics provides a solid conceptual understanding of physics that can be expressed quantitatively and applied to the world around you. The author's friendly voice and talent for making complex concepts understandable complement an inviting art program, excellent homework problems and a variety of problem-solving example types.
https://www.pearson.com/en-us/subject-catalog/p/physics/P200000006945/9780134031255
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Marieb, E. N. (2015). Essentials of human anatomy and physiology. Pearson Education.
Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology helps learners focus on the essentials of A&P, without getting sidetracked in unnecessary details. The brief and accessible text combines short, easy-to-read chapters with easy-to-follow figures to provide a near-perfect level and depth of content needed for success on the one-semester A&P course.
Grade 12 Science
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Withgott, Jay. Environmental Science. Pearson, 2011.
Environmental Science provides students with an engaging learning environment where they explore the interactions between natural systems and human impact. Through hands-on activities and inquiry-based discussions, students develop critical thinking skills, deepen their understanding of ecological concepts, and become informed stewards of the environment.
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Wilbraham, A.C., et al. Chemistry. Pearson, 2017
The new Pearson Chemistry program combines proven content that includes both personalized learning and connections with the real world to ensure student success in the chemistry classroom.
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Walker, James. Pearson Physics. Pearson, 2014.
Walker's Physics provides a solid conceptual understanding of physics that can be expressed quantitatively and applied to the world around you. The author's friendly voice and talent for making complex concepts understandable complement an inviting art program, excellent homework problems and a variety of problem-solving example types.
https://www.pearson.com/en-us/subject-catalog/p/physics/P200000006945/9780134031255
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Marieb, E. N. (2015). Essentials of human anatomy and physiology. Pearson Education.
Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology helps learners focus on the essentials of A&P, without getting sidetracked in unnecessary details. The brief and accessible text combines short, easy-to-read chapters with easy-to-follow figures to provide a near-perfect level and depth of content needed for success in the one-semester A&P course.
AP Science
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Etkina, Gentile, Van Heuvelen. College Physics, AP Edition. Pearson, 2014.
College Physics AP Edition is designed to make the process interesting and engaging. The physics you learn in this book will help you understand many real-world phenomena, from why giant cruise ships are able to float to how telescopes work.
https://www.pearson.com/en-us/subject-catalog/p/college-physics-explore-and-apply/P200000006799/9780137443000