Books with author Etta Kaner

Imagine this: You're playing a computer game when a spider drops onto your screen. "Aah!" you scream as you fling your device across the room. "What's the big deal?" asks your sister. "Spiders are fab. Have you ever watched a spider spin a web? Do you know that spiders can..."You can't believe it. Your sister loves spiders! Then you realise that even though many people are afraid of snakes, you think they're cool.When you think about it, people have different points of view about lots of animals. Bloodsucking leeches may scare the pants off you, but doctors around the world are big fans of these medical marvels. What about cockroaches? scurrying, dirty pests, right? Or could they actually be a solution to global hunger?You'll get a chance to decide when you check out these and other animals explored in this book. On the one hand you'll find arguments trying to convince you that these animals are disgusting, mean, dangerous or smelly. On the other hand you'll hear about how these very same animals are clever, helpful to humans and the environment and an inspiration to scientists. Though each side is telling the truth, both are trying to persuade you to agree with their point of view. Find out how you feel about animals that people love to hate - are they friend or foe?Aimed at children aged 8+.

If you're crazy about balloons, Balloon Science will be a blast!This book presents fifty-four breathtaking science experiments for kids, all using ordinary balloons and such simple household items as plastic bottles, modeling clay, and vanilla extract. Whether you like balloons or science of both, you're sure to get a lift with Balloon Science. Each fun section also explains the science behind the projects and suggests many more mysteries for readers to investigate. Balloon Science isn't just full of hot air—it's bursting with balloon activities, balloon games, balloon jokes, balloon trivia, and much more balloonacy!