Essential Science

Essential Science 3rd Edition

The Ultimate Teaching Package for Junior Cycle Science

Your complete JC Science programme

Science should spark curiosity, build confidence, and prepare students for success. The new Essential Science (3rd Edition) is designed to do just that; making Junior Cycle Science engaging and accessible for all students while giving you the tools you need to teach with ease. 

This fully updated programme includes a revised textbook, a brand-new Assessment and Exam Guide, a Student Laboratory Notebook, and an enhanced suite of digital resources, everything you need for seamless planning, teaching, and learning. 

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  • The revised Assessment Skills Book now includes a variety of multiple exam style questions at the end of each chapter, designed to enhance students' analytical, synthesis, and evaluation skills.

  • A completely revised Biology section.
    The package also includes the Lab Book with newly added QR codes for easy access to digital resources. Complementing the programme are PowerPoint presentations with live video links and supporting documents, enabling dynamic and interactive lessons.

  • Visually impactful illustrations, clearly labelled  diagrams with callouts to aid understanding, and content structured so that many learning outcomes are covered in just a single page. 

  • Exam Tips Throughout the Book:
    Based on feedback from chief examiners, each chapter includes key exam tips to guide students through the process of answering questions and build their confidence.

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