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101 Great Science Experiments A Step-by-Step Guide by Neil Ardley

by Neil Ardley

Book Details

Publisher:Penguin
Published:2015-01-16
Pages:122
Format:paperback
Language:en
ISBN:1465428267

Reading Info

Age Range:3-10

About This Book

Forget about mad scientists and messy laboratories! This incredible, interactive guide for children showcases 101 absolutely awesome experiments you can do at home. Find out how to make a rainbow, build a buzzer, see sound, construct a circuit, bend light, play with shadows, measure the wind, weigh air, and create an underwater volcano. The astonishing variety of experiments are all very easy and entirely safe, with step-by-step text and everyday ingredients. Biology, chemistry, and physics are

Our Review

This comprehensive guide transforms everyday household items into a hands-on science laboratory, offering 101 accessible experiments that make core principles of biology, chemistry, and physics tangible for young minds. Children will learn to construct simple circuits, create chemical reactions, and explore the properties of light and sound through clear, step-by-step instructions. The experiments are thoughtfully designed to be both safe and manageable, using common materials to demystify complex scientific concepts. This approach turns abstract ideas into memorable, interactive discoveries right at the kitchen table.

What sets this resource apart is its remarkable breadth, covering everything from creating an underwater volcano to measuring wind speed, ensuring there is an engaging activity for every budding scientist's interest. The logical, illustrated format empowers children to follow the procedures with growing independence, building their confidence alongside their understanding of the scientific method. It is an invaluable tool for parents seeking to nurture a love of STEM learning through direct, awe-inspiring experience, making it a book that will be revisited for years of educational fun.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction