Waves: Physical Science for Kids from the Picture Book Science
series gets kids excited about science!
Have you ever floated on waves in the ocean? Have you ever stood in a
human wave at a baseball game?
Waves are all around us! You can find waves in a field of wheat, in a
dangling string, in a slinky, and in flags that are blowing in the
breeze. There are even invisible waves! Sunlight and sound move in
waves, and cell phones and microwaves use waves to transmit voices and
to cook food. You can hear your mom say, "Hello," on the cell phone
because of waves.
Waves: Physical Science for Kids is a fun, illustrated
introduction to the concept of waves and energy and their presence in
our world. In this nonfiction picture book, elementary school children
learn to spot all the different kinds of waves they encounter in daily
life by finding real-world science connections. Simple vocabulary,
detailed illustrations, easy science experiments, and a glossary all
support exciting learning for kids ages 5 to 8. Perfect for beginner
readers or as a read aloud nonfiction picture book!
Part of a set of four books in a series called Picture Book Science that
tackles different kinds of physical science (waves, forces, energy, and
matter), Waves: Physical Science for Kids pairs beautiful
illustrations with simple observations and explanations. Quick STEM
activities such as floating a ball in a tub of water help readers cross
the bridge from conceptual to experiential learning and provide a
foundation of knowledge that will prove invaluable as kids progress in
their science education.
Perfect for children who love to ask, "Why?" about the world around
them, Waves satisfies curiosity while encouraging student-led
learning.
Picture Book Science presents real-world examples of physical science
and engineering topics kids find fascinating! These nonfiction picture
books consist of engaging narratives paired with brightly colored,
whimsical illustrations drawn by an accomplished scientist. With these
books, readers ages 5 to 8 are encouraged to expand their definitions of
the words "force," "matter," "energy," and "wave." Elementary-aged
children are equipped to recognize basic science concepts and identify
the different ways they are demonstrated in real life, while being
impressed with the idea that science is a constant part of our lives and
not limited to classrooms and laboratories.
Titles in the series include: Waves; Forces; Matter; and
Energy.
