The world around us is a source of incredible wonder and amazement to
children. This book will reveal and explain how things work, and will
respond to youngsters' first questions. It encourages readers to carry
out their own practical experiments, instilling real understanding and
the excitement and enthusiasm that will carry them into more 'serious'
science in the future. See how the wind moves a homemade sailboat, how
you can hold a glass of water upside down without spilling it, and how
to simulate a volcanic eruption with a simple chemical reaction! This is
the perfect starter book for ages 3 to 7 - for older readers to use with
minimum supervision, or for younger ones to enjoy with adult help. Ten
terrific projects to help children learn about science by conducting
their own experiments. These introduce and explain very simple ideas in
physics, chemistry and the natural world, with activities on themes of
light and shade, electricity, water, wind and volcanoes. Find out how
mirrors work, tell the time by the sun, make a sound cannon to knock
down skittles, and stir up a snowstorm with static electricity! All the
experiments are shown in clear step-by-step photographs, and use simple
materials and very basic equipment that can be found around the home.