eye

Introduces young readers to the nature and structure of the eye and the process through which the eye and the brain work together to create vision.

"Describes the invention and development of Artificial Eyes. Explores trials and tribulations along with the technological advances seen today. Includes glossary, websites, and bibliography for further reading"--Provided by the publisher.

"Young children are naturally curious about themselves. I Need Glasses offers answers to their most compelling questions about their eyesight. Age-appropriate explanations and appealing photos encourage readers to continue their quest for knowledge. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words"--From the publisher's web site.

Explores what would happen if you looked in the mirror and saw an pair of animal eyes instead of your own! From the chameleon's eyes that can point in different directions, to the colossal squid's eyes that shine in the dark, discover what it would be like if you had these special eyes--and find out why your eyes are just the right ones for you.

Simple text and photographs describe the human eye.

Introduces young readers to the life and legacy of Patricia Bath who invented laser surgery. Describes how Bath is the first African American female doctor granted a patent for a medical invention. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and additional resources.

"Explores the real-world science and engineering related to Superman's super-vision"--Provided by publisher.

"The sense of sight helps an animal stay safe from predators, find food and shelter, defend its territory and care for its young. We can tell a lot about an animal from its eyes: whether it is predator or prey, whether it is more active during the day or night, and sometimes even its gender or age. Award-winning nature photographer and environmental educator Mary Holland share fascinating animal eyes with readers of all ages."--Provided by publisher.

"Eighth-grader Micah is psyched to have made the BC junior goalball team, even though he gets the news while dealing with a flare-up of his degenerative eye condition. What he's not happy about is his parents' decision to get him a guide dog, and the possibility of losing his independence. When Liam, a new first-rate player, joins the goalball team, Micah's frustration with his vision spills onto the court. It's only with the help of Cam, his Orientation and Mobility Specialist, that Micah starts to get a handle on his aggression and trust people enough to communicate how he feels. But with the team's big junior tournament in Richmond, B.C., quickly approaching, Micah has to reconcile his differences with his teammates, both on and off the court, to become a real team player"--Publisher.

"This introduction to how humans and ... animals see also includes an interactive game in which readers guess which eye belongs to which animal"--Provided by publisher.