"Wizard Wellnitz" makes science fun and understandable in experiments that take as little as 15 minutes. Popular television scientist "Wizard Wellnitz" has been dazzling children in the Atlanta area with his fun and fascinating approach to science for years. Dozens of experiments representing the best of his repertoire--introducechildren ages 7-10 to core scientific principles. Using readily available everyday materials, kids will uncover many of the mysteries surrounding color, mass and density, motion, sound, water; air; light, heat, electricity and magnets. Experiments include writing messages in homemade invisible ink, making slime, squeezing a hard-boiled egg into a bottle, and much more. Each activity includes definitions of key terms, a materials list, and a thorough explanation of the scientific concepts behind the activity.
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Uncover the scientific mysteries of everyday objects around your house! Become a scientific explorer - right in your own home! An ordinary household kitchen can be an amazing laboratory for hours of fun and exploration. And with "Wizard" Wellnitz at the wheel, you're in for an exciting trip!
With wacky experiments and "magical" formulas made from safe and simple ingredients around the house, you'll learn all about how science works in the world around you, from gravity to electricity to kinetic energy, and more!
You'll find out about science while learning how to: Drop an egg and watch it bounce! Make noodles dance up and down! Make homemade slime! Turn ordinary bottles into musical instuments! Make a backyard bottle rocket!
These amazing experiments are quick, easy and fun! Each experiment is broken down into a list of materials, step-by-step instructions, easy-to-understand explanations of the scince, and other neat things to try - with cool illustrations that show you what to do.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fun for all ages,
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This review is from: Bouncing Eggs: Amazing Science Activities You Can Do at Home (Paperback)
Although the suggested age range for this book is 9-12, I've had loads of fun using it with my four year old. The experiments are easy enough for him to participate in and enjoy, even if the scientific info is still over his head. Older kids will enjoy both the projects and the explanations. Most of the experiments use everyday household items, too, which makes things easier. Lots of fun for a rainy day!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Science can be *magic*,
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This review is from: Bouncing Eggs: Amazing Science Activities You Can Do at Home (Paperback)
This is a great book of science experiments that kids can do at home. William Wellnitz teaches a course called "Wizard Wellnitz" out of Augusta State University and this book is just a sampling of his nifty little tricks. It would be perfect for home-schoolers, or even just kids in need of rainy-day activities. Experiments range from as simple as cleaning a dirty penny to the more complex, such as using a battery to change a nail into a magnet. There are also some really fun ones, like homemade slime.The layout of this book will really appeal to kids, because each experiment is presented as a `magic trick'. Each activity includes a `What You Need' list, `What To Do' (in easy-to-read steps), and an explanation of `What's Happening and Why'. Another nice thing is that each experiment is left open-ended and an `Other Things to Try' section at the end of each activity encourages young minds to explore the subject further. This section also gives special notes, such as "DO NOT PUT THE SLIME IN YOUR POCKET". This guy really knows kids! Contents include eleven units: (1)Rubbery and Gooey Things (2)Color (3)Water (4)Mass and Density (5)Motion (6)Properties of Air (7)Sound (8)Light (9)Heat, Electricity and Magnets (10)Fun With Foods (11)Biology; a glossary; an introductory note to adults. Wellnitz other books include "Homemade Slime and Rubber Bones! Awesome Science Activities", "Science Magic for Kids: 68 Simple & Safe Activities", "Science in Your Backyard", "Be a Kid Physicist".
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fun for all ages,
This review is from: Bouncing Eggs: Amazing Science Activities You Can Do at Home (Paperback)
Although the suggested age range for this book is 9-12, I've had loads of fun using it with my four year old. The experiments are easy enough for him to participate in and enjoy, even if the scientific info is still over his head. Older kids will enjoy both the projects and the explanations. Most of the experiments use everyday household items, too, which makes things easier. Lots of fun for a rainy day!
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