Books in Hands-On Physical Science series

Award-winning author Robert Gardner has been engaging young readers for decades. He continues to educate readers with simple hands-on activities that help kids understand earth science, including what exactly rain is, what air pressure is, and if rainfall can be measured. A glossary and a detailed explanation section following each experiment describe the science concepts and terms. Color illustrations accompany each experiment.

What do a rusting bike, a growling stomach, and a crackling campfire have in common? They are all the result of chemical reactions! Chemicals are constantly reacting in our bodies and all around us. Chemical reactions can be natural, like respiration and photosynthesis, or human-made, like the reactions in fertilizer and fireworks. This book simplifies chemical reactions with clear explanations and explosive examples. Primary sources show how scientists and engineers have studied and harnessed the power of chemical reactions. Their bold achievements will inspire readers to look for the extraordinary ways chemical reactions shape our world and future.

Using materials they can find in their home, students can start to learn the facts about our sun and moon, including how to get the time or direction by looking at the sun, the colors in sunlight, and why the moon's appearance changes during the month. Each activity is followed by an explanation section to discuss the science concepts that were covered in the experiment. Engaging color illustrations accompany every experiment, and a glossary defines scientific terms.

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Budding scientists and novices alike will learn about the properties of matter and materials as they experiment with a variety of household objects in this hands-on science activity book created especially for kids. Through these informative and easy to conduct experiments and activities, young learners will discover the interesting and often-changing characteristics of materials in their everyday world.

Without the sun, nothing could live on Earth. Its light helps plants make energy, and it provides warmth. People have found lots of ways to make their own light, too, from prehistoric fires to todays lasers. But what exactly is light? Readers will learn this and lots more! Including cool topics such as bioluminescence and X-rays, the main content illuminates an important curriculum concept with relatable examples and cool photographs to accompany each section. Fun facts add even more interesting information about light waves, color, refraction, and reflection.