Synopses & Reviews
Watch the light of understanding shine as budding scientists produce some good vibrations with these totally awesome, kid-friendly experiments. And, they all use easy-to-find materials like straws, paper cups, flashlights, and small mirrors. Make cereal dance to the music and watch light bounce off a mirror and hit a bulls-eye. Hear the heart pumping through a funnel and tubing. Create a big boom in your room. Display the visible spectrum of light in a glorious rainbow tray. Whether youngsters want to satisfy their curiosity, be the star of the next science fair, or just have fun, these incredible investigations will change the way they look at and listen to the world. 47 experiments in all! Teacher and author Michael DiSpezio--who has written dozens of textbooks, puzzle books, and articles-really knows how entertain kids...and effectively educate them at the same time.
Synopsis
These totally awesome, kid-friendly experiments teach the scientific basics of light and sound. And they're easy to carry out, using the most ordinary materials found around the house. Just grab a boom box, toilet paper tube, rubber band, or drinking straw to create a little smart magic. And it's fun to make cereal dance to the music and watch light bounce off a mirror and hit a bull's-eye. Hear your heart pumping through a funnel and tubing. Build a "ray maker" to display the visible spectrum of light in a glorious rainbow tray. These experiments will change the way you look and listen to the world around you!