Bathtub Science [Hardcover]

Shar Levine (Author), Leslie Johnstone (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 30, 2001 | Age Level: 6 and up

In the bath or out, children ages 6-8 will agree that the tub is a cool "laboratory" for carrying out experiments that are gallons of fun. Make a "wave machine," a water cannon that blasts mind-boggling explosions of liquid; zippy hydroplanes--or peer through periscopes and prepare perfect bubble solution. Every page bursts with brilliant drawings, and loads of photographs capture delighted-looking kids carrying out the experiments, and display the entire process. "...will supply hours of water ideas for children..."--School Library Journal.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Gr 2-6-Those who have been asked how to make a wave machine will find the answer here, along with myriad other water experiments ranging from a raucous Burping Bottle to a serene garden of paper posies that open their petals as they absorb water. Although the title suggests that these experiments can be done in a bathtub, some, such as the water cannon, might best be planned for outdoors. After providing two pages of safety precautions, including the need for adult supervision, the authors present 35 activities. Each one begins with a list of required materials, followed by numbered steps, and concludes with a discussion of the results. Colorful photos of young children performing the experiment enhance the directions and clever cartoons add to the fun. Common materials such as ketchup packets are easy to obtain. This book will supply hours of water ideas for children as well as for group leaders.

Blair Christolon, Prince William Public Library System, Manassas, VA

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Review

"These books share the aim of the British Association for the Advancement of Science in encouraging parental support for sharing children's enthusiasm for science... ideas to suit junior and lower-secondary-age children... some ingenious ideas... a resource for teachers to support classroom or out-of-school activities" Times Education Supplement --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 6 and up
  
• Hardcover: 80 pages
• Publisher: Sterling (June 30, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0806971851
• ISBN-13: 978-0806971858
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 8.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,759,396 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)