The Young Scientist Investigates provides a practical introduction to science for Junior Schools. The first twenty books in the series are for 8 to 11 year olds, with each book exploring a different field of study. The colourfully illustrated text is followed by extensive work sections with questions on the text, things to do and simple expreiments. There is a glossary at the end of each book. The course books, a teacher's manual covering the whole series and a teacher's book of practical work complete the programme.