A few suggestions for books you can use at home to enhance, prepare for or catch up with various topics.
Great Physics Book: Black Bodies and Quantum Cats by Jennifer Ouellette.
Why the Wind Blows: A History of Weather
Home Chemistry: A New Guide for Hobbyists and Home Schoolers
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