Real Science Experiments: 40 Exciting STEAM Activities for Kids
Take your scientific exploration to the next level with real experiments for kids ages 8 to 12

Here's a hypothesis you can prove: science is a ton of fun! These science experiments for kids give you the opportunity to test this theory using 40 exciting activities that teach you all about science, technology, engineering, art, and math—the full STEAM package!

From microscopes and candle-powered boats to insect mind control and hydroponics, these science experiments for kids offer a hands-on approach to scientific discovery. Each of these engaging and repeatable experiments give you the chance to get up-close, personal, and creative with all kinds of amazing ideas that will show you how to be a real scientist.

This collection of science experiments for kids includes:

  • STEAM for you—Take STEAM learning into your own hands with awesome, easy-to-do science experiments for kids that are perfect for doing at home.
  • Science made simple—From hypothesis to observation to results, learn all about the power of the scientific method—and how you can use it every day.
  • Hows and whys—Each of these science experiments for kids details exactly why things happen the way they do, helping you better understand the results you see.

Take your first step into a world of scientific discovery with the help of these amazing science experiments for kids.

1134406912
Real Science Experiments: 40 Exciting STEAM Activities for Kids
Take your scientific exploration to the next level with real experiments for kids ages 8 to 12

Here's a hypothesis you can prove: science is a ton of fun! These science experiments for kids give you the opportunity to test this theory using 40 exciting activities that teach you all about science, technology, engineering, art, and math—the full STEAM package!

From microscopes and candle-powered boats to insect mind control and hydroponics, these science experiments for kids offer a hands-on approach to scientific discovery. Each of these engaging and repeatable experiments give you the chance to get up-close, personal, and creative with all kinds of amazing ideas that will show you how to be a real scientist.

This collection of science experiments for kids includes:

  • STEAM for you—Take STEAM learning into your own hands with awesome, easy-to-do science experiments for kids that are perfect for doing at home.
  • Science made simple—From hypothesis to observation to results, learn all about the power of the scientific method—and how you can use it every day.
  • Hows and whys—Each of these science experiments for kids details exactly why things happen the way they do, helping you better understand the results you see.

Take your first step into a world of scientific discovery with the help of these amazing science experiments for kids.

11.99 In Stock
Real Science Experiments: 40 Exciting STEAM Activities for Kids

Real Science Experiments: 40 Exciting STEAM Activities for Kids

by Jessica Harris
Real Science Experiments: 40 Exciting STEAM Activities for Kids

Real Science Experiments: 40 Exciting STEAM Activities for Kids

by Jessica Harris

Paperback

$11.99 
  • SHIP THIS ITEM
    Qualifies for Free Shipping
  • PICK UP IN STORE
    Check Availability at Nearby Stores

Related collections and offers


Overview

Take your scientific exploration to the next level with real experiments for kids ages 8 to 12

Here's a hypothesis you can prove: science is a ton of fun! These science experiments for kids give you the opportunity to test this theory using 40 exciting activities that teach you all about science, technology, engineering, art, and math—the full STEAM package!

From microscopes and candle-powered boats to insect mind control and hydroponics, these science experiments for kids offer a hands-on approach to scientific discovery. Each of these engaging and repeatable experiments give you the chance to get up-close, personal, and creative with all kinds of amazing ideas that will show you how to be a real scientist.

This collection of science experiments for kids includes:

  • STEAM for you—Take STEAM learning into your own hands with awesome, easy-to-do science experiments for kids that are perfect for doing at home.
  • Science made simple—From hypothesis to observation to results, learn all about the power of the scientific method—and how you can use it every day.
  • Hows and whys—Each of these science experiments for kids details exactly why things happen the way they do, helping you better understand the results you see.

Take your first step into a world of scientific discovery with the help of these amazing science experiments for kids.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781641524926
Publisher: Callisto Publishing
Publication date: 12/24/2019
Series: Real Science
Pages: 152
Sales rank: 483,552
Product dimensions: 8.40(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.50(d)
Lexile: 940L (what's this?)
Age Range: 8 - 12 Years

About the Author

JESS HARRIS has ten years of experience as a public school teacher. She spent the first five years as an elementary educator, then her next five years as a high school science educator teaching earth and environmental science, physics, physical science, and AP Biology. Jess loves sharing about science at MrsHarrisTeaches.com.

Table of Contents

Introduction viii

Chapter 1 How to Use This Book 1

Chapter 2 Science 5

Insect Mind Control 7

Static UFO 9

Seeing the World Through a Bubble 12

Chaos and the Double Pendulum 15

Bestie Marble Maze Test 17

Building 3D Lenses 21

Floating Dollar Bills 24

Shrinking Plastic 27

Rotational Races 29

Rubber Bank Power 2-in-1 33

Dissecting Sound 35

The Original Fidget Spinner 38

Chapter 3 Technology 41

Make a Microscope 43

Secret Patterns of Sound Waves 45

Light versus Sound 48

Hydroponic System 51

Make a Knockoff Ultraviolet Light 53

Super Simple Stethoscopes 56

Cell Phone Signal Blocking 59

Homopolar Motor Color Whirl 61

Chapter 4 Engineering 65

Building with Bioglue 69

Make Your Own Molds 69

Walk-Along Spinning Fish 72

Put a Cork in It 75

Candle-Powered Boat 77

Spaghetti Strength 81

Rock-Hopping Robot 83

Series versus Parallel String Light Circuits 87

Chapter 5 Art 91

Momentum Drop Painting 93

Building an Advanced Drawing Machine 95

Chlorophyll Printing 99

Geological Art 102

Design a Hologram 105

Chapter 6 Math 109

Using the Golden Ratio to Make a Mechanical Tentacle 111

Creating Time 113

Weaving a Magic Square 116

Icosahedral Virus 118

Complex Counting Challenge 120

Ginormous Tetrahedral Challenge 123

Shooting Straws 125

Chapter 7 Putting It All Together 129

Glossary 130

For Further Investigation 133

References 135

Experiment Index 136

Index 138

From the B&N Reads Blog

Customer Reviews