Books in Science experiences series

Can you tell how many stars are in the sky? Do you know how to stop a tomato from turning red? How do plants affect erosion? You can find the answers to these and many more questions in Science Experiments You Can Do in Your Backyard. With easy?to-follow directions, some items found around the house, and a little curiosity, Science Experiments You Can Do in Your Backyard will transform your backyard into a scientific laboratory!Your backyard will come alive with experiments on ground temperature, photosynthesis, fossil formation, wind direction, insulation, habitats and many other topics. Explanations of the scientific principles behind the experiment as well as further information are provided to enrich your experience.

Contemporary's Science series at a glance:Accessibility – universal design easily adapts to varied student learning needs and stylesDifferentiated instruction – activities and text structure allow for easy teacher modificationEase of Use – offers a balance of teacher directed and hands-on activitiesResearch Based – builds key instructional strategies into the contentEarth & Space Science: Exploring the Universe explores the history of our planet and the composition of Earth’s surface, core, oceans, and atmosphere. Students learn about how environmental changes affect our weather as well as the impact man has on the earth’s resources.