science projects

Explores the range of species of sponges, worms, and mollusks, from color-changing cuttlefish to earthworms. Features a hands-on approach with numerous activities.

Presents step-by-step instructions for hands-on experiments that introduce readers to facts about fish and amphibians. Includes full-color photographs and a glossary.

Presents a collection of experiments that provide information on the Earth's six major biomes. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and sources of further information.

A guide to simple science fair project experiments for grades three through five. Features experiments on gravity, energy, light, friction, and motion. Each experiment includes background information, an experimental question, materials, step-by-step instructions, results, and conclusions.

Introduces simple scientific principles involving weather, and provides instructions for experiments that can be done at home to prove them. Includes full-color illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Introduces simple scientific principles involving water, and provides instructions for experiments that can be done at home to prove them. Includes full-color illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Describes the physical properties of solids and explains how matter can change to and from a solid into a liquid or gas.

Describes experiments that can be performed using solar energy in order to learn about its properties, including how different colors absorb sunlight, if it cleans dirty water, and whether it can cook food.

Introduces simple scientific principles involving soil, and provides instructions for experiments that can be done at home to prove them. Includes full-color illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Introduces simple scientific principles involving plants, and provides instructions for experiments that can be done at home to prove them. Includes full-color illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.