Contains approximately 4,000 entries that provide information on historical "firsts" in the fields of science and technology, arranged chronologically within twelve subject chapters including computers, astronomy, and mathematics.
Information on choosing and planning a science fair project precedes descriptions of the materials, procedures, and analysis involved in fifty individual experiments.
Fifty stories of scientists, their work, and their discoveries, together with library research activities, discussion questions, and suggestions for additional topics to explore.
Presents projects and experiments exploring the presence of various scientific principles in nature, including friction, electrical resistance, acceleration, and the displacement of water.
Provides projects and experiments exploring scientific principles in earth and space, including rain-making water power, and such aeronautic phenomena as water rockets and hot air balloons.