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  • Awesome Physics Experiments for Kids: 40 Fun Science Projects and Why They Work

    Erica l. Col贸n PhD

    Paperback (Rockridge Press, March 12, 2019)
    Fun Comes to Physics for KidsHow far can you shoot a pom-pom with energy generated from rubber bands? What attracts goo to a balloon? Can you cook s鈥檓ores using energy from the sun? Show kids how cool it is to learn physics with 40 fun and engaging experiments.Created by board-certified science teacher Dr. Erica Col贸n, these physics experiments for kids offer a hands-on approach to learning about concepts like force, electricity, heat, and sound. Simple, step-by-step instructions let kids do their own experimentation and discover just how fun physics really is.Awesome Physics Experiments for Kids includes:40 AWESOME EXPERIMENTS鈥旾nspire kids to learn about topics like force, buoyancy, and flight with fun and educational activities that kids will want to try again and again.EASY-TO-FIND MATERIALS鈥旹xperiment whenever inspiration strikes using common and inexpensive materials readily found at home.STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS鈥旻ull-color photos and simple instructions help give kids the confidence to experiment on their own. Show your kids how much fun they can have with physics.
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  • Ocean Animals and Their Ecosystems: A Nature Reference Book for Kids

    Dr. Erica Col贸n

    Paperback (Rockridge Press, Aug. 18, 2020)
    Explore the ocean and meet marine animals and their ecosystems The ocean covers 71 percent of the Earth鈥檚 surface鈥昦nd it鈥檚 swimming with wild and beautiful marine animals. Packed with beautiful photos and interesting facts, this guide goes beyond other nature books for kids, taking you under the sea and into the homes of incredible ocean dwellers. This guide takes you into vibrant coral reefs, jagged coastlines, and icy polar regions. You鈥檒l explore how each ecosystem has changed, discover amazing ocean animals through exciting photos, and learn how a rich biodiversity contributes to a healthy ecosystem. This standout among nature books for kids includes: Packed with ocean animals鈥旻rom powerful sharks to smart octopuses to fascinating deep sea creatures, swim with ocean animals and get to know them through fun facts, such as their diet, lifespan, and weight. Into the deep鈥旸ive deeper than other nature books for kids with in-depth looks at the world鈥檚 oceans, their ecosystems, and their habitats. Stunning photographs鈥昖ivid, big, colorful photographs not found in other nature books for kids give you an up-close look at these wonderful marine animals and their environment. If you鈥檙e looking for nature books for kids but aren鈥檛 sure where to start, this guide will let you swim with and save our marine friends!
  • Awesome Physics Experiments for Kids: 40 Fun Science Projects and Why They Work

    Erica l Col贸n PhD

    eBook (Rockridge Press, Feb. 26, 2019)
    Fun Comes to Physics for KidsHow far can you shoot a pom-pom with energy generated from rubber bands? What attracts goo to a balloon? Can you cook s鈥檓ores using energy from the sun? Show kids how cool it is to learn physics with 40 fun and engaging experiments.Created by board-certified science teacher Dr. Erica Col贸n, these physics experiments for kids offer a hands-on approach to learning about concepts like force, electricity, heat, and sound. Simple, step-by-step instructions let kids do their own experimentation and discover just how fun physics really is.Awesome Physics Experiments for Kids includes:40 AWESOME EXPERIMENTS鈥擨nspire kids to learn about topics like force, buoyancy, and flight with fun and educational activities that kids will want to try again and again.EASY-TO-FIND MATERIALS鈥擡xperiment whenever inspiration strikes using common and inexpensive materials readily found at home.STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS鈥擣ull-color photos and simple instructions help give kids the confidence to experiment on their own. Show your kids how much fun they can have with physics.
  • Ocean Animals and Their Ecosystems: A Nature Reference Book for Kids

    Dr Erica Col贸n

    eBook (Rockridge Press, Aug. 4, 2020)
    Explore the ocean and meet marine animals and their ecosystems The ocean covers 71 percent of the Earth鈥檚 surface鈥攁nd it鈥檚 swimming with wild and beautiful marine animals. Packed with beautiful photos and interesting facts, this guide goes beyond other nature books for kids, taking you under the sea and into the homes of incredible ocean dwellers. This guide takes you into vibrant coral reefs, jagged coastlines, and icy polar regions. You鈥檒l explore how each ecosystem has changed, discover amazing ocean animals through exciting photos, and learn how a rich biodiversity contributes to a healthy ecosystem. This standout among nature books for kids includes: Packed with ocean animals鈥擣rom powerful sharks to smart octopuses to fascinating deep sea creatures, swim with ocean animals and get to know them through fun facts, such as their diet, lifespan, and weight. Into the deep鈥擠ive deeper than other nature books for kids with in-depth looks at the world鈥檚 oceans, their ecosystems, and their habitats. Stunning photographs鈥擵ivid, big, colorful photographs not found in other nature books for kids give you an up-close look at these wonderful marine animals and their environment. If you鈥檙e looking for nature books for kids but aren鈥檛 sure where to start, this guide will let you swim with and save our marine friends!