This book is filled with fun and educational experiments that explore the important role microorganisms play in the enviroment and demonstrate how microbes are controlled by chemical and physical factors.
A rich source of projects ideas for teachers, parents, and youth leaders, Botany introduces children ages 8 through 13 to the wonder and complexity of the natural world through worthwhile, and often environmentally timely, experimentation.
An imaginative mouse who likes to read heroic fantasy novels finds herself on the school math team as it prepares to compete for the coveted Golden Slide Rule.
Introduces simple scientific principles involving rocks, and provides instructions for experiments that can be done at home to prove them. Includes full-color illustrations, a glossary, and further reading sources.
Presents forty award-winning science fair projects, a section on how to do a science fair project, updates to science fair rules and science supply resources, as well as new material on useful web sites.
Introduces the study of insects and the scientific method, and outlines simple experiments demonstrating the principles of insect life and how scientists work.
