Science Experiments For Families (29 books)

Hands-on, for homeschooling families and those who do enrichment activities. All ages. The best books are those that have activities that use ordinary household objects, are safe for kids to do most of the activity themselves, have clear 'recipes' and illustrations, and explain the science concepts.

Some overlap with the "Science for Kids" list is likely, but I don't want Magic School Bus on this list.

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1	The Dad Lab: 50 Awesome Science Projects for Parents and Kids by Sergei Urban (Goodreads Author) 4.12 avg rating — 42 ratings score: 200, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
2	DIY Science by Nick Arnold 4.25 avg rating — 4 ratings score: 196, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
3	STEAM Lab for Kids: 52 Creative Hands-On Projects for Exploring Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (Volume 17) by Liz Lee Heinecke (Goodreads Author) 3.98 avg rating — 59 ratings score: 194, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
4	Adopt a Dog: An Activity Book by Holly Maguire (Illustrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 2 ratings score: 187, and 2 people voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
5	Marine Science for Kids: Exploring and Protecting Our Watery World, Includes Cool Careers and 21 Activities (66) (For Kids series) by Bethanie Hestermann (Goodreads Author) 4.19 avg rating — 21 ratings score: 100, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
6	Science Arts: Discovering Science Through Art Experiences (Bright Ideas for Learning by MaryAnn F. Kohl (Goodreads Author) 4.03 avg rating — 69 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
6	Oh, Ick!: 114 Science Experiments Guaranteed to Gross You Out! by Joy Masoff 4.39 avg rating — 31 ratings score: 99, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
8	Make: The Annotated Build-It-Yourself Science Laboratory by Barrett (Goodreads Author) 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings score: 98, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
8	Amazing (Mostly) Edible Science: A Family Guide to Fun Experiments in the Kitchen by Andrew Schloss 4.17 avg rating — 23 ratings score: 98, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
10	Tools of the Ancient Romans: A Kid's Guide to the History & Science of Life in Ancient Rome by Rachel Dickinson 3.95 avg rating — 22 ratings score: 97, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
11	Mad Science 2: Experiments You Can Do At Home, But STILL Probably Shouldn't by Theodore Gray 4.38 avg rating — 61 ratings score: 96, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
12	Naked Eggs and Flying Potatoes: Unforgettable Experiments That Make Science Fun by Steve Spangler 4.22 avg rating — 199 ratings score: 95, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
12	Investigating the Natural World of Chemistry with Kids: Experiments, Writing, and Drawing Activities for Learning Science by Michael J. Strauss 4.50 avg rating — 6 ratings score: 95, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
14	Boom! 50 Fantastic Science Experiments to Try at Home with Your Kids (IMM Lifestyle Books) by Chris Smith it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 2 ratings score: 94, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
14	Unearthing Garden Mysteries: Experiments for Kids by Ellen Talmage it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating score: 94, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	The Curious Kid's Science Book: 100+ Creative Hands-On Activities for Ages 4-8 by Asia Citro (Goodreads Author) 4.41 avg rating — 116 ratings score: 93, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
16	Archaeology for Kids: Uncovering the Mysteries of Our Past, 25 Activities (13) (For Kids series) by Richard Panchyk 3.88 avg rating — 33 ratings score: 93, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
18	Pyramids!: 50 Hands-On Activities to Experience Ancient Egypt by Avery Hart 4.10 avg rating — 31 ratings score: 92, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
19	MathART Projects and Activities (Grades 3-5) by Carolyn Ford Brunetto 3.70 avg rating — 33 ratings score: 91, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
20	The Kids Cottage Book: Official Activity Book of Summer by Jane Drake 3.95 avg rating — 22 ratings score: 90, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
21	A Dog's Best Friend: An Activity Book for Kids and Their Dogs by Lisa Rosenthal really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 3 ratings score: 89, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
22	Classical Kids: An Activity Guide to Life in Ancient Greece and Rome by Laurie Winn Carlson 3.82 avg rating — 44 ratings score: 88, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
23	Truth About Nature: A Family's Guide to 144 Common Myths about the Great Outdoors by Stacy Tornio (Goodreads Author) really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 53 ratings score: 86, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
24	Kids Shenanigans: Great Things to Do That Mom and Dad Will Just Barely Approve Of by Klutz 4.59 avg rating — 44 ratings score: 85, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
25	Made by Dad: 67 Blueprints for Making Cool Stuff by Scott Bedford (Goodreads Author) 4.10 avg rating — 152 ratings score: 84, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
26	Explore the Salish Sea: A Nature Guide for Kids by Joseph K. Gaydos 4.44 avg rating — 39 ratings score: 83, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
27	Get Outside: The Kids Guide to Fun in the Great Outdoors by Jane Drake 3.33 avg rating — 12 ratings score: 82, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
28	The Help Yourself Cookbook for Kids: 60 Easy Plant-Based Recipes Kids Can Make to Stay Healthy and Save the Earth by Ruby Roth 3.90 avg rating — 160 ratings score: 81, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
29	Lift the Lid on Mummies: Unravel the Mysteries of Egyptian Tombs and Make Your Own Mummy! by Jacqueline Dineen 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings score: 80, and 1 person voted	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars