Find Intro Biology Textbook: High School Level

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A user seeks recommendations for a high school-level introductory biology textbook, expressing a need for a solid foundation before college courses. One response critiques the suggested textbook, noting it is more suitable for university-level students. The responder shares their own experience of not studying biology or chemistry in high school and recommends a series that includes a well-regarded introductory chemistry book, suggesting the biology book in the series may also be beneficial. The discussion emphasizes the importance of selecting appropriate educational resources for foundational knowledge in biology.
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Hey all, I'm looking for a good introductory biology textbook at the high school level. I never took biology in high school, so I need something that is very introductory, but at the same time a good book so that I'll be well prepared for biology courses in college.
 
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Campbell's Biology
 
thrill3rnit3 said:
Campbell's Biology

Nope, i disagreed. The book you mentioned is a university level textbook (maybe 1st & 2nd year). We used local books for bio at high school, so i can't recommend anything.
 
I'm in a similar situation as you. I never studied biology OR chemistry in HS. I found THE best book on introductory chemistry and it just so happens that it's part of a larger series which covers biology as well:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1564147207/?tag=pfamazon01-20

I don't know if their biology book is as good as their book on chemistry but it's worth a shot.
 
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