How Science Works

by Judith Hann

This book explains, to the entire family, the nature of the universe. It is packed with projects and practical, hands-on-experiments that all family members can do in the home. The book features photographic sequences of experiments and the text guides the reader through each step. The book also provides an overview of each subject as well as the most up-to-date discoveries in the world of science. Explorations of subjects such as genetic coding, the greenhouse effect, carbon dating and the life and death of a star are given as are features on famous inventors and scientists.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Childrens, Reference, Juvenile

192 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1991

Reviews

[Maryam Fehmina]

A very helpful book indeed! Full of interesting experiments of physics and chemistry. I myself did some of the experiments from it. More over, the describtion given in the book , for a particular topic is logical enough to satisfy the reader. The language is simple and lucid, easy for a 7th-10th grader to understand.

[Colleen]

This is a wonderful book, introducing the fundamental principles of science. Although the book is geared for children, the entire family could learn from this book. (P through I). Any question a child may have a bout "how things work" can be found in thi sbook and explained in a way both a child and a non scientific minded adult could understand. In today's world, children use the web to have questions answered. But his book is fun to peruse with an adult where both the parent or teacher can interact and learn together. The book is illustrated using familiar concepts to explain often difficult principles.

[Ylva]

Great resource for accessible science fair projects. Color pictures go over better than the more typical b&w drawings and clear directions means kids will be able to do it solo.

Dig it out again during summer break and for next years science fair.

[Cws]

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[Walt]

Although written for younger audiences, some of the concepts are difficult for youngsters to understand.

[Heather]

the book my father got me when I was in elementary school helped me with runner up in the science fair that year. Great for kids. start young and they will love science just like I do.

[Awaisarif225]

good

[Caroline L.]

i love it