* Science told as a story intriques and informs, placing science in context of students' daily lives prompting natural curiosity. * Models the process of science and how scientists and citizens use this process in order to answer questions. * Uses analogies in text and art helping students make the connection between what is being read and what is being illustrated. * Balanced coverage of human and non-human examples in each chapter. * Illustrated tables organize information providing a strong visual reference. * Samples are available to institutional buyers only..