“Oxford New Amazing Science” is a well-structured science textbook designed for Grade 6, 7 & 8 aligned with the latest 2022 National Curriculum. The book is highly effective in promoting scientific awareness, encouraging inquiry-based learning, and nurturing the natural curiosity of students
The book is divided into 12 to 13 main units, covering various scientific disciplines such as biology, chemistry, physics, earth and space, and technology:
- Key Features
- Colorful illustrations and interactive activities make the content engaging for students.
- Each chapter includes review questions, activities, and summaries to enhance learning.
- The language is simple and student-friendly, making concepts easier to grasp.
- Teacher support and guidance are provided to help with classroom instruction.
- Unfavorable Aspects
As the book is entirely in English, some students—especially those from weaker language backgrounds—struggle to grasp scientific terms and sentence structures. Teachers often need to spend additional time simplifying the content for better understanding.
Although the book includes a few experiments and activities, certain units (such as Electricity or Matter as Particles) lack sufficient practical tasks. This may limit students’ experiential learning and their ability to connect theory with practice.
Many of the examples and illustrations in the book are generic or international. Including more examples from the local (Pakistani) context could enhance student engagement and make the content more relatable.
- Personal Observation:
As a teacher, I have found this book very helpful in building students’ foundational scientific concepts. Students respond well to the visuals and activities, and show active interest in questions and experiments. The content connects scientific concepts to real-life situations, enhancing their understanding.
- Conclusion:
“Oxford New Amazing Science” is a complete, effective, and engaging science textbook for Students. It supports the development of scientific thinking, observation, and analytical skills among students. It is an excellent resource for achieving teaching and learning objectives.