"Each topic is fully illustrated to support the information, make the facts crystal clear, and bring the science to life. A large central image explains the idea visually and each topic is summed up on a single page, helping children to quickly get up to speed and really understand how chemistry works. Information boxes explain the theory with the help of simple graphics and for further studying, a handy "Key Facts" box provides a simple summary you can check back on later."--Amazon.com.

Includes glossary and index. Statement of responsibility from colophon.

The scientific method -- Basic chemistry -- Elements -- Structure and bonding -- States of matter -- Nanoscience and smart materials -- Quantitative chemistry -- The chemistry of acids -- Metals and their reactivity -- Energy changes -- The rate and extent of chemical change -- Organic chemistry -- Chemical analysis -- Chemistry of the Earth -- Using resources.