science

This book introduces the wide range of materials in our world, from those that occur naturally to those that people have synthesized and explains how the properties of each material can be investigated. Activities are included.

Introduces young readers to the world of science and all it encompasses.

Presents simple activities and experiments that demonstrate the properties of air by observing the presence of air and the pressure it exerts.

Presents brief accounts of the work of a variety of women scientists in such fields as astronomy, biology, anthropology, and medicine.

Al disobeys his parents and does an experiment with his chemistry set before having a safety lesson, accidentally creating an orange ooze that is intent on sucking out Al's brain.

Includes instructions for ninety-nine simple experiments that demonstrate basic scientific principles.

Contains an introduction to light, in simple text with photographs and illustrations, including information on how people see things, how light bends, and how rays of light are split into colors. Includes experiments.

Uses a question-and-answer format to teach young readers about plants.

Suggestions for science fair projects, with information on collecting data and displaying the final result.