Science World (magazine)

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Science World
CategoriesClassroom magazine
FrequencyMonthly
Founded1957
Company Scholastic
Country United States
Based in New York City
LanguageEnglish
Website scienceworld.scholastic.com
ISSN 0036-8601

Science World is an educational magazine published by Scholastic Corporation targeting primarily children between grades 6 and 12 and covering many aspects of science, including "physical science, life science/health, earth and space science, environmental science, and technology." [1]

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History and profile

Science World was established in 1957 [2] by Street & Smith Publications, Inc. [2] In 1959, Scholastic Magazines, Inc. acquired the title. [2] The magazine is based in New York City. [3]

According to the Massachusetts Biotechnology Industry directory, Science World, "brings to life the latest breaking news and discoveries in every field of science, while helping students build critical-thinking and problem-solving skills." They are used in many schools, though a subscription is needed to obtain them. [4]

References

  1. Scholastic Products
  2. 1 2 3 Sevan G. Terzian (Spring 2006). ""Science World," High School Girls, and the Prospect of Scientific Careers, 1957-1963". History of Education Quarterly. 46 (1): 73–99. doi:10.1111/j.1748-5959.2006.tb00170.x. JSTOR   20462031. S2CID   146756840.
  3. "Editor, Science World (FT, NYC)". Swiny. June 24, 2008. Retrieved December 15, 2015.
  4. Publications