Books in Science Lab series

Weather is all around us, and it affects everyone--both positively and negatively. But it can be hard to understand, especially since it often changes so quickly.With Weather Lab, kids ages 8 and up can chart weather patterns, create a weather station, and make their own forecasts--just like meteorologists do! This book comes with everything they need to perform 50 hands-on experiments that will teach them about our weather, including a test tube with lid, thermometer and wind cups. Step by step instructions and diagrams will help them create mini tornadoes and build their own barometers, wind vanes, and rain gauges as they discover how air, water, and temperature can cause everything from a summer breeze to a hurricane.Weather Lab is the ultimate guide to learning about the science behind our atmosphere--and the perfect kit for whipping up a storm of fun!

Support and extend your science curriculum with this activity-rich program! Meeting NSTA standards in Life, Physical, and Earth & Space Science, this extensive resource provides a wonderful blend of background information for the teacher, cross-curricular activities, projects and experiments, and assessments that enrich and extend science period. All-inclusive presentation of life, physical, and earth & space sciences. Useful background information ideal resource for teachers with limited science exposure as well as the veteran science educator. Projects and experiments that will intrigue students and that use easy-to-find materials. Plenty of graphic organizers, including charts, tables, maps & graphs. Assessments that are ideal as pretests, posttests; perfect for portfolios. Lists of books for further reading allowing students to pursue individual interests and expand into other curriculum areas. Correlation to FOSS standards.

What causes an echo? How is a rainbow made? Learn the answers to these scientific questions and more in this fascinating new book. Starting with the basics, inquisitive kids will learn about electromagnetism, static electricity, matter, forces and motion, weight and density, and much more. Each section includes easy-to-do experiments, diagrams, vocabulary, and explanations. By using common household items with the materials included in the book, kids can conduct 50 experiments and turn themselves into super scientists!