Science in Seconds with Toys: Over 100 Experiments You Can Do in Ten Minutes or Less

Make glow-in-the-dark stars

Learn how an Etch-A-SketchR(r) erases pictures

Create a kaleidoscope from your toys

Discover why a SlinkyR(r) slinks down stairs

Experience the science of toys and games with these quick, easyexperiments and activities from Jean Potter. You can complete eachin ten fun-filled minutes or less, and the clear step-by-stepinstructions and illustrations help you get it right every time.The projects help you learn about everything from why a swing goeshigher when you pump your legs to how Silly PuttyR(r) pulls upcomic strips from the newspaper. You will find most of the requiredmaterials already in your toy chest, home, backyard, orneighborhood.

The 101 activities in this book cover every aspect of the scienceof toys and the games you play, including swinging, bouncing, throwing, sliding, and much more. You'll discover why a footballspirals as it zips through the air, learn how to make your cerealjump out of the bowl, find out why goggles make you see betterunderwater, and make your own homemade paint --all with the help ofa leading educator.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Published: 02/04/1998
ISBN: 9780471179009
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.54lbs
Size: 9.15h x 7.60w x 0.30d

Review Citations: School Library Journal 04/01/1998 pg. 122