Given the pace of how we harness and utilize electricity, as well as the
importance of developing new sources of energy, electricity is a timely
subject for kids to explore. In Explore Electricity! With 25 Great
Projects, kids ages 6-9 will learn the basics of electricity: currents,
circuits, power, magnetism and electromagnetism, motors and generators.
They'll become more attuned to how much they rely on electricity in
their daily lives. They'll also understand that while electricity is a
wonderful resource, and one we've used to our advantage ever since it
was discovered, the future of how we make and use electricity is still
changing and there are things they can do today to impact these changes.
This title invites kids to experiment on their own with 25 simple
projects that will "spark" their learning and enthusiasm, including
making their own clothespin switch, lemon battery, compass,
electromagnet, and flashlight, as well as generating their own
"lightning." These hands-on activities combined with informational text
will excite kids about STEM? the interrelated fields of science,
technology, engineering, and mathematics.