Books in Science in a Flash series

How matter behaves depends on its state. Whether something is a solid, liquid, or gas can change how it may respond to outside forces, including temperature. This topic might seem complicated to some, but in this book, the states of matter are explained through fun, relatable examples and diagrams to reinforce science curriculum content. Hands-on experiments featuring equipment readers can find around the house allow them to apply their knowledge to the topic right away. Straightforward explanations of key concepts and terms will serve them well as they answer quiz questions and riddles throughout the book and in the classroom.

Because most people use electricity every day, it's important to understand how it works and respect its power. From the basics of current and circuits to how electricity is generated, this book covers many concepts included in the science curriculum using relatable examples, straightforward language, and colorful diagrams. Each chapter simply defines key terms and gives thorough explanations, as well as asks the reader questions and riddles to consider as they learn about renewable energy, electricity and magnetism, static electricity and more.

Light is the fastest thing in the universe. It travels so quickly that to people on Earth it seems to just appear and disappear. Through fun fact boxes, colorful diagrams, and straightforward explanations, this book introduces readers to important science concepts having to do with light such as reflection, refraction, shadows, and how light moves through materials. Riddles, quiz questions, and hands-on experiments engage readers with each chapter's main topic, helping them synthesize the science curriculum information they've read in a new way.

Anyone who learns about the force of gravity in our lives has probably wondered what it's like to be weightless. In this volume, readers can find out the incredible impact gravity and other forces, such as magnetism, have on their life every day. Each chapter gives an accessible overview of the topic and then invites readers to dive deeper with relatable photographs, diagrams, sidebars, and fun facts. Through riddles, pop quizzes, and simple experiments, the book encourages readers to engage with the information they're learning in order to understand it better for both class and life on Earth.

Light is the fastest thing in the universe. It travels so quickly that to people on Earth it seems to just appear and disappear. Through fun fact boxes, colorful diagrams, and straightforward explanations, this book introduces readers to important science concepts having to do with light such as reflection, refraction, shadows, and how light moves through materials. Riddles, quiz questions, and hands-on experiments engage readers with each chapter's main topic, helping them synthesize the science curriculum information they've read in a new way.

Getting a child to play piano has never been easier! As seen on public television nationwide, Scott "The Piano Guy" Houston is the leading authority on fast and fun piano instruction. In Play Piano in a Flash for Kids! he simplifies his unique and effective method of learning to play piano, making it accessible to even the youngest want-to-be pianists. Highlighting popular, not classical, music, this book fosters and nourishes an early love for music by giving children the tools to play their favorite popular songs. Your child will be able to: -Learn the basics of piano playing using a simple technique that pros use, which focuses on becoming a good player versus becoming a good notation reader -Use easy-to-follow step-by-step illustrations that demonstrate each stage of learning -Play popular music on the piano without having to learn how to read complicated sheet music It is a great book for kids who may have taken lessons previously but became frustrated by the long and complicated process. And all at a fraction of the cost of piano lessons! Both parents and children can have fun learning the piano or keyboard together, or children can work through the book on their own, with parents providing support only when needed. Play Piano in a Flash for Kids! is the perfect tool for parents or teachers to help their kids learn to play the piano quickly and easily.

News stories abound about important and intriguing advances made in the field of genetics. We hear wondrous new discoveries announced about our health, our past, our foods, and our world, as well as troubling headlines about potential hazards and misuses of genetic findings. As current and future decision makers for our society, students as well as the general public must help determine how to best use these new discoveries. It is therefore critical to find out about advances in genetics and to understand this powerful technology to improve the world we live in. Genetics in the News covers timely topics such as the Human Genome Project, genetically modified foods, genetic diseases, gene therapy, and more.

Because most people use electricity every day, it's important to understand how it works and respect its power. From the basics of current and circuits to how electricity is generated, this book covers many concepts included in the science curriculum using relatable examples, straightforward language, and colorful diagrams. Each chapter simply defines key terms and gives thorough explanations, as well as asks the reader questions and riddles to consider as they learn about renewable energy, electricity and magnetism, static electricity and more.