Stomp Rockets, Catapults, and Kaleidoscopes: 30+ Amazing Science Projects You Can Build for Less than $1 (Paperback)

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"Terrific . . . all around fun. A great book."  —The Daily Journal

"I really enjoyed this . . . a long-needed book that kids will love . . . great."  —Science Books & Films

"The projects are fairly easy and do get you thinking about how things work."  —mom2momdfw.com

"The best way to learn."  —Missoulian Sunday

"Filled with cool projects for winter days."  —Treasure Valley Family Magazine

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Kids will learn how things they encounter every day operate by building their own models with this hands-on activity book. Projects include building a working model of the human hand’s muscles, bones, and tendons using drinking straws, tape, and string; using a pair of two-liter bottles and a length of rubber tubing to learn how a toilet flushes; and discovering how musical instruments make sounds by fashioning a harmonica, saxophone, drum, flute, or oboe. All devices are designed to use recycled or nearly free materials and common tools. Kids are encouraged to modify and improve the designs, or create an entirely new device using the concepts explored. Each project includes materials and tools lists, step-by-step instructions with photographs, a summary of the science concept demonstrated, and follow-up questions to gauge student understanding for use in the classroom.

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Product Details Reading level: Ages 9-12 Paperback: 176 pages Publisher: Chicago Review Press; 1 edition (February 1, 2008) Language: English ISBN-10: 1556527373 ISBN-13: 978-1556527371 Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.9 x 0.5 inches Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #160,664 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Chicago Review Press; 1 edition (February 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1556527373
• ISBN-13: 978-1556527371
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #160,664 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Stomp Rockets, Catapults and Kaleidoscopes, November 16, 2008

By	Charler Barker "kb" (Plymouth, NH USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have made two of the projects in this book with great results. I love the projects. You do need to read the directions completely because the supply list is not always accurate. I'm not sure everything can be made for less than a dollar unless you have an extensive collection of recycleable materials. Many projects need tools so adult supervision is required for young children. But worth it!

5.0 out of 5 stars One of my all time favorites, September 8, 2009

By	B. Russell (i'd rather not say) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I am a bibliophile and own way to many books. I purchase books that have great titles, but then fail to impress me. This book is one of my favorites. I teach gifted and talented students and will be incorporating many of the projects into my curriculum including a hydraulic butterfly, a toilet model, a crane, and an electric car. Each activity has science questions and a very thorough explanation of how and why it works. I've learned a little myself. Most of the projects cannot be made for a dollar or less. The author likes to use recycled materials and many projects call for film canisters. Who uses those anymore? Be prepared to make some substitutions. Definitely worth the money though.

5.0 out of 5 stars I have bought a dozen for friends, August 7, 2009

By	Italophilia (SF Bay Area) - See all my reviews

Everyday household products turned into science experiments. My kids love this book; so does my husband. We've given so many as gifts and everyone loves them.