vision

A book for teens about finding career tracks in the fields of optometry and ophthalmology.

Rhyming text describes the many things a boy and a rabbit's eyes can see, from trees to bees to clocks and socks.

Michael has the speed to be a great wide receiver, but he struggles to consistently catch passes. The defensive coach sees potential in Michael's speed and has him try his hand at defensive back. Then the head coach puts Michael on special teams to return kicks. Michael is grateful for all of the opportunities to help his team win, but catching passes continues to trouble him. Can Michael improve his catching and become true triple threat?.

". . . shares . . . scientific research on animal vision. Discover pigeons' sunglasses, owls' tube-shaped eyes, insects with thousands of mini eyes, and much, much, more"--Back cover.

Have you ever imagined what it would be like to have night vision? Readers discover how this natural superpower works as they learn about various animals, such as foxes, owls, and cats, which have the amazing ability to see in the dark. Through accessible main text, readers learn how animals use their night vision to pinpoint their prey and also stay safe from predators. Helpful fact boxes, a detailed glossary, striking illustrations, and dramatic, full-color photographs provide extra insight into this interesting science curriculum topic. The creative design of this guide will intrigue young readers.

Discusses animals with great vision, including the chameleon, the bald eagle, the Philippine tarsier, and the peacock mantis shrimp.

Explores the science behind superhuman vision, discussing what sight is, visual tracking, and vision sharpness which is call vision acuity.

Text and photographs introduce emergent readers to the sense of sight.

"In this gorgeously illustrated nonfiction picture book, a young girl and her baby sister explore the land around them while various animals and insects look on. The art reflects the world as viewed by the animals along with the text explaining some science behind the animal's unique vision."--.

"This low-level book describes what light is and how objects can only be seen with light shining on them or from them. Simple explanations describe which materials light can shine through, what causes shadows, and what happens when you shine light on a mirror"--Provided by publisher.