Books with author Jill F. Hauser

Whether categorizing floaters and sinkers or taking a wide-eyed science safari, kids will discover science all around them--biology in the backyard, chemistry in the kitchen, and physics in the block pilei Over 65 safe, age-appropriate activities encourage kids to discover, sort, observe, predict, and think creatively. Kids can: * Create a mini-rainfall with a cloud-in-a-bag. * See sound with homemade whiz-bank gizmos. * Celebrate plants by taking a seedy sock walk. *Learn how to make adobe brick building blocks.

Fizz, gurgle, bubble, and brew! Hours of outrageous science fun await kids with Jill Hauser's incredible science concoctions. Kids explore a world of amazing science--from capillary action to liquid density to emulsions to plastics--all while making magical mixtures they concoct themselves! * Over 50 safe inexpensive science mixtures, using household ingredients, encourage kids to discover and think creatively. *Explore density with hovering veggies, explode colors in milk to learn about molecular movement, and cross-link polymers to make plastic blobber. *Concoct sticky water, gooblek, jigglin' gelatin worms, lava, liquid lasagna, and creepy water ghosts. Simple experiments with spectacular results make the wonder of science accessible to every child.

A celebration of America's history, geography, and heritage -- perfect for young citizens! Little Hands Celebrate America, with its down-to-earth writing and lively illustrations, makes big concepts easy for little learners to grasp. Hands-on experiences such as activities, games, and crafts help to teach children about America's great spirit and history. Children will discover a common American heritage and learn that individuals can make a big difference. Ages 3-7.