Following clear, photo-illustrated step-by-step instructions, have fun exploring:
- Microbiology by growing your own microbe zoo on a homemade petri plate.
- Rocket science by making and launching bottle rockets, using water and a bike pump.
- Physics—marshmallow slingshots serve as a lesson on the transformation of energy and an egg-throwing experiment demonstrates the law of motion.
- And so much more! Other great projects explore the exciting science of crystals, static electricity, acidification, and solar energy.
- Tips for keeping a science journal.
- Suggestions for taking your experimentation to the next level with “Creative Enrichment.”
- Accessible explanations of “The Science Behind the Fun.”
- Safety tips and hints.
The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics, including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to create your own circus—all authored by established experts in their fields.
Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels.
Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.