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6) DIY Science
Author
Publisher
Sterling Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Create a lava lamp. Take fingerprints. Turn the world upside down . . . without standing on your head! Explore the science behind air, water, mixtures, materials, energy, forces, magnets, the human body, and nature. Each project uses only easy-to-find ingredients and encourages kids to think scientifically and learn about exciting new topics from the home or classroom.
Author
Publisher
Hearst Home Kids
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Attention all budding scientists: the Little Lab is open! Discover the wonders of science in exciting experiments that kids can do at home with easy-to-find materials. Whether they're blowing bubbles to spot rainbows, rubbing balloons to make static electricity, or launching pom-pom balls to understand the laws of motion, young scientists will be engrossed by memorable, hands-on, science and fun!" --
Author
Publisher
Quarry Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"With Science in a Jar, kids and their adults get the opportunity to discover a variety of scientific disciplines at home with this beautifully presented collection of experiments using a ubiquitous and inexpensive everyday object most often doomed to the recycling bin."--
10) Super slime
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
The amazing slime recipes in this book are sometimes gross, sometimes sparkly, sometimes smelly, but ALWAYS loads of fun. More than 30 innovative recipes, using inexpensive, accessible, and safe ingredients, will teach you everything you need to know about how to make slime. Customize incredible Halloween and Christmas-themed slime, set off a slime avalanche, and create slime from unexpected everyday ingredients such as banana, ketchup, an egg, and...
Author
Series
Publisher
Quarry Books
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
"The creative projects in STEAM Lab for Kids are designed to demonstrate that there's math and science to be found in great art! From rubber bands to edible stained glass, young engineers and artists alike will find inspiration in these 52 art-forward labs." -- Back cover.
Author
Publisher
Workman Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Here are 27 terrific experiements using basic stuff from around the house that will help you understand the fascinating and potentially scary world of driverless cars, artificial intelligence, robots and androids, 3-D printing, test-tube meat, smart clothing, and more.
16) Science is magic
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"Join comedian and author Steve Mould to find out the scientific secrets behind amazing magic tricks. Learn how to bend water with a balloon, how to create ghosts with mirrors, and how to turn water into juice! Packed with optical illusions, pranks, and fun facts, this book is a must-have for any aspiring scientist or magician. (And the two aren't as different as you might think!)"-- provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Dive into science with these fun and simple experiments for children to do at home. This fun, activity-filled book is brimming with home experiments to help budding scientists aged 8-14 explore different projects. Using household items, combine science with art and craft, and make an erupting volcano, design rubber band planets, sail a soap-powered boat, and race car balloons. Packed with photography, easy-to-follow instructions, and attention...
Author
Publisher
Downtown Bookworks Inc
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Cyborg, The Flash, Batgirl, Bumblebee and other beloved DC super heroes make science fun and engaging for kids 6 and up. What can Superman tell us about force, gravity, and motion? What makes flight possible (other than a cape)? Can science explain how Wonder Woman s plane is invisible? Does Martian Manhunter weigh more on Earth or on Mars? Are there rocks, like Kryptonite, that can make humans sick? How does Aquaman...
Author
Series
Publisher
QEB, an imprint of The Quarto Group
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Science isn't limited to the classroom -- it can be found out in the garden! This photographic book of experiments and projects covers chemical reactions, states of matter, microbiology, and much more -- all with materials and equipment that can be found at home. -- Amazon.com
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