-- Introduces young people to the workings of the natural world through simple science projects.-- Most experiments are great starting points for science fair projects.-- Books encourage safety.
By (author) Madeline Goodstein By (author) Robert Gardner
Hardcover
(Enslow Publishers, March 15, 2009)
Why doesn't the Moon fall to Earth? Why do the seasons change? What is parallax? How can you simulate weightlessness on Earth? Young scientists will explore the solar system through applied space science answering questions about space. The far-out space experiments in this book will help students make a model of a lunar eclipse, build a spectroscope, and more! Many experiments include ideas stude
Presents several science projects and science fair ideas dealing with space, including projects involving models of the solar system, solar eclipses, and weightlessness.
Offers instructions for chemical experiments that can be done using the stove, refrigerator, counter, sink, and materials commonly found in the kitchen.
Introduces the scientific method through instructions for observations and experiments in biology, physics, astronomy, botany, psychology, and chemistry
Features a wide range of experiments designed to help children learn about the solar system and space flight while encouraging them to explore the challenges and rewards of the scientific process