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Forces and Motion
Contributor(s): Challoner, Jack (Author), Hewson, Maggie (Author)
ISBN: 0753469723     ISBN-13: 9780753469729
Publisher: Kingfisher
OUR PRICE:   $7.19  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: April 2013
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Temporarily out of stock - Will ship within 2 to 5 weeks
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BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Experiments & Projects
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Physics
Dewey: 531.607
Series: Hands-On Science
Physical Information: 0.16" H x 7.48" W x 10" (0.30 lbs) 32 pages
 
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Publisher Description:

These giant books of projects and experiments take a hands-on approach to science concepts. Hundreds of simple and easy experiments explore various scientific principles behind natural phenomena like friction, centrifugal force, and the underlying laws of physics that help make machines work. These fun yet practical experiments make it easy for anyone to become a rocket scientist
What makes a wind-up toy move? Why do you oil your bicycle chain but not your brake pads? Hands-On Science: Forces and Motion by Sarah Angliss and Maggie Hewson helps kids master the laws of force and motion through simple experiments they can conduct using common household items. Each experiment includes step-by-step, illustrated instructions as well as background information, studies, and results that help kids develop a deeper understanding of the concept.

Contributor Bio(s): Challoner, Jack: - Sarah Angliss has worked at the Science Museum in London, England organizing exhibitions and demonstrations for children ages 6-14. She has also writen several children's books on applied and contemporary science.Hewson, Maggie: - Maggie Hewson has taught science to elementary and middle school children for 23 years. Her present school is the recipient of the UK's Science School of the Year award.