Everyday science

Introduces electricity and circuits, as well as some of the electrical devices that are found in the home, such as refrigerators, CD players, and hair dryers.

Examines the science behind food and nutrition, discussing how food is created and cooked, the invention of cooking tools, digestion, and other related topics. Includes activities.

An introduction to various types of materials and their different properties.

An introduction to light, various sources of light, and shadows.

Introduces the concept that all living things go through stages that together are known as a life cycle.

Describes different kinds of materials and uses simple experiments to explain how their shape or state of being can be changed.

An introduction to some of the characteristics of the four seasons.

Explains how numerous science concepts are at work during gym class, looking at forces and energy, muscles, balance, and more; and provides instructions for testing some of these concepts.

Describes what magnetism and magnetic fields are, how they work, and various ways that magnetism is used.

An overview of what energy is and how it is generated and used, describing different types of energy, ways to measure and renew energy resources, and energy for the future.