Simple but enjoyable experiments, performed with common household items, teach youngsters principles of light, elasticity, perspective, gravity, air pressure, optics, more. Instructions, illustrations.
The Evolution of the Horse by Patricia J. Wynne Everyone who loves horses will be amazed to see the many forms these creatures have taken since their first appearance over 50 million years ago. Thirty images range from the very first horse, which was no bigger than a house cat, to the familiar animals of today.
Life in a Tidal Pool by Virginia Silverstein, Alvin Silverstein, Walter Carroll, Pamela Carroll Snails, clams, and sea worms populate these pages, alongside camouflaged crabs and predatory starfish. In a direct, conversational style, this volume introduces the reader to the amazing variety of creatures that live along the shoreline.
Chemistry Experiments for Children by Virginia L. Mullin Basic chemical knowledge and information demonstrated in 40 interesting experiments: making a crystal garden, manufacturing oxygen, many more. Over 100 illustrations.
Experimenting with Water by Robert Gardner Twenty-one water-related puzzles to be solved through captivating experiments, appropriate for students at and above the junior-high level. The thought-provoking puzzles illustrate water's characteristic properties. 30 figures, 12 black-and-white photographs.
Fun with Science: 46 Entertaining Demonstrations by George Barr The Mystery of the Balancing Butterflies, The Invisible Movie Screen, The Suspended Paper Clip and other feats that demonstrate basic scientific principles with materials that are safe, inexpensive, and easily available.
