Cobb, Vicki

Discusses what causes rot and the role it plays in the cycle of living things and presents facts about mold, bacteria, and mildew. Includes experiments.

A biography of the 16th-century Italian mathematician, physicist, and astronomer who questioned the accepted scientific theories of his time and was tried by the Inquisition for his ideas.

Explains what happens during a physical examination by the doctor.

Describes severe environment conditions that require special clothing for survival--conditions involving freezing cold, fire, underwater work, and thin or non-existent air.

Experiments with food demonstrate various scientific principles and produce an eatable result. Includes fruit drinks, grape jelly, muffins, chop suey, yogurt, and junket.

Shows children how to design science experiments and projects by using readily available materials. The projects include both the quick and the easy as well as the challenging.

Describes various photographic methods that can reveal natural phenomena, very small or distant objects, or events that happen too quickly to be discernible to the naked eye.

Describes plant and animal fibers and how they are used to create a variety of textiles.

Examines the inventory of a hardware store from the tools to glues and suggests experiments which demonstrate the scientific principles and legends behind these items.

Explains the principles of measurement and describes various measuring instruments.