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121) Electricity and magnetism experiments using batteries, bulbs, wires, and more: one hour or less science experiments

Author

Gardner, Robert

Series

Last-minute science projects

Pub. Date

c2013

Description

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"Find out how to make a compass, an electromagnet, a parallel circuit, and many other quick science projects using electricity and magnetism"--Provided by publisher.

122) How the weather works

Author

Allaby, Michael

Pub. Date

[1995]

Description

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An introduction to the world of weather including hands-on experiments and projects for all the family.

123) 30-minute sustainable science projects

Author

Bailey, Loren

Series

30-minute makers

Pub. Date

[2019]

Description

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Sustainable science projects are fast and easy in this book where all projects fall within a 30-minute time limit--

124) Air and water

Author

Oxlade, Chris

Series

Simple Science Experiments

Pub. Date

2021.

Description

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"Air and water are everywhere, playing a crucial role in human survival, and the survival of most of the planet. For a young scientist, understanding these integral parts of our world is the first step to understanding larger scientific concepts. From a hands-on approach to water surface tension to understanding air pressure, young readers will discover how both air and water work. Instructions and informative fact boxes help young readers to effectively...

125) Electricity and magnets

Author

Oxlade, Chris

Series

Simple Science Experiments

Pub. Date

2021.

Description

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"With electronic devices in nearly every home, electrical and magnetic currents are a common part of everyday life. Understanding how these concepts work in a safe and practical way is an important part of every young scientist's journey. Through this volume's simple, hands-on experiments, young scientists will get a good look at both in action, encouraging their understanding of these complex forces. With experiments on static electricity and magnetic...

126) Mind-blowing physical science activities

Author

Smibert, Angie

Series

First facts. Curious scientists

Pub. Date

[2018]

Description

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Educational, easy-to-do physical science activities that will show young readers more about the field of physical science. Using simple, easy to find materials, these activities will help readers better understand gravity, states of matter, density, and more!

127) Dive in!: 10 fun experiments using water

Series

Bring Science Home

Pub. Date

[2024]

Description

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"Water molecules are amazing-and so is just plain water! In this book, young scientists investigate how water droplets can magnify, the magic of surface tension, and the effects of adding salt to water when potatoes are in it! Each of the 10 projects includes a Background section to explain the science topic at work, materials, clear step-by-step instructions, and an Observations section helping young scientists understand what they've done. Several...

128) Volcano kitchen experiment

Author

Gaertner, Meg

Series

Science Experiments in the Kitchen

Pub. Date

[2018]

Description

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"Step-by-step instructions to create a volcano right in the kitchen. Readers are introduced to basic science concepts such as acids and bases, atoms and molecules, and elements. Additional features include a table of contents, informative sidebars and captions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research" --Amazon.com

129) Nature ranger

Author

Walker, Richard

Series

Eyewitness Explorers

Description

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Presents general information about nature and includes more than thirty activities to help study and observe plants and animals, including making casts of footprints, growing a bean plant in a box, and making bark rubbings.

130) Experiments with sports: a true book

Author

Tocci, Salvatore

Description

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Easy lab experiments are both fun and educational! Students can explore the scientific concepts behind sports. A great way to help students use science to learn more about the world around them.

131) Eye-opening earth science activities

Author

Iyer, Rani

Series

First facts. Curious scientists

Pub. Date

[2018]

Description

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"Provides step-by-step instructions for activities demonstrating earth science concepts and explanations for the concepts presented"--

132) Exciting engineering activities

Author

Smibert, Angie

Series

First facts. Curious scientists

Pub. Date

[2018]

Description

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Educational, easy-to-do activities will teach young readers more about engineering. Using simple, easy to find materials, these activities will help readers better undestand electrical engineering, structural engineering, environmental engineering, and more!

133) Zoom it: invent new machines that move

Author

Enz, Tammy

Series

Fact finders. Invent it

Pub. Date

2012

Description

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"Explains the principles of inventing and provides photo-illustrated instructions for making a variety of moving contraptions"--Provided by publisher.

134) Genetics

Author

Gutnik, Martin J

Description

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A collection of science projects which demonstrate concepts and aspects of cell theory, cellular reproduction, and modern genetic theory.

135) Crayola colorful STEAM activities

Author

Felix, Rebecca

Series

Crayola ® Makers
Crayola makers

Pub. Date

2022.

Description

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"Explore STEAM with hands-on activities! Experiment with color to grow crystals with paint and salt, use kitchen ingredients to create works of art, and more! Each activity created in partnership with Crayola"--

136) Gooey science experiments

Author

McGregor, Harriet

Series

Sensory Science Fun!

Pub. Date

[2021]

Description

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"Hands-on gooey experiments are sure to make learning fun. Explore gooey science with four sensory science experiments." --

137) Try this!: 50 fun experiments for the mad scientist in you

Author

Young, Karen Romano

Series

National Geographic kids

Pub. Date

[2014]

Description

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Provides background information and instructions for fifty science projects involving plants, insects, microbes, human behavior, animals, water, physics, machinery, and other topics, and suggests further ideas to pursue.