Hey fellow students, I'm starting IB Biology soon and I'm trying to find the best textbook for both SL and HL. Have any of you had success with certain textbooks or seen any good reviews? Please let me know!
Hey there! For both SL and HL, the Pearson Baccalaureate IB Biology textbook by Andrew Allott and David Mindorff is often recommended as a comprehensive resource and covers all the essential material you'll need. This particular textbook follows the latest IB Biology syllabus, which is a big plus.
Another recommended option is the Biology Course Book by Oxford University Press, which is also authored by Andrew Allott and David Mindorff and designed specifically to support the latest IB Biology curriculum. Both of these textbooks are well-regarded, engaging, and come with online additional resources to help solidify your understanding.
I'd recommend checking out sample pages from each book or visiting your school library if they have them available to decide which works best for your learning style. Good luck with your IB Biology journey!
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