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Bouncing Eggs: Amazing Science Activities You Can Do at Home

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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!

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".

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!