Super Science Concoctions: 50 Mysterious Mixtures for Fabulous Fun (Williamson Kids Can! Series) [ILLUSTRATED] (Paperback)

by Jill Frankel Hauser (Author), Michael Kline (Illustrator) "Moving molecules, mixed-up molecules, and molecules just joining together are the basis for concorting these amazing brews..." (more)
Key Phrases: science concoctions, kitchen laboratory, molecule chains, The Principle, Goo Globs of Fun, Let's Get Practical (more...)

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal
Kindergarten-Grade 6. Solutions, mixtures, emulsions, and gels are but a few of the concoctions presented here. Although many of the projects in this volume are familiar, it is the logical arrangement of the material that sets it apart. A brief, concise, and lively explanation of the scientific method and inexpensive ways to set up a kitchen laboratory precede the actual experiments. Each chapter builds on information previously presented. Activities can be conducted separately, but the sequential logic of the text make this title valuable for teaching basic chemistry principles. Pen-and-ink cartoon illustrations are well placed, informative, and humorous. Safety precautions are emphasized. Super Science is more informative than Alan Kramer's How to Make a Chemical Volcano (Watts, 1991) and livelier than Robert Gardner's Kitchen Chemistry (Silver Burdett, 1989). So whether it's gooblek, thixotropic art, or a density necklace, this book makes basic chemistry fun.?Kathryn Kosiorek, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Brooklyn, OH
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From Booklist
Gr. 4^-6. This upbeat science activity book encourages children to play around in the "kitchen laboratory," mixing up concoctions and in the process learning about molecules in solution, chemical changes, and the qualities of water and other liquids as well as colloids, gels, and polymers. On every page, cartoonlike ink drawings illustrate the steps, processes, and results of various activities. Though the format is somewhat crowded, the cheerful tone of the book makes it an attractive choice for children and a good resource for teachers seeking science activities for the classroom. Carolyn Phelan

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Williamson Publishing Company; illustrated edition edition (October 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1885593023
• ISBN-13: 978-1885593023
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.7 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #290,172 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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35 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous, Easy, Fun, Cool, Amazing, & Creative!, June 25, 1999

By A Customer

This is an incredible book. The experiments are easy, fun, and cool to do. You and your child will be amazed at how easy these tricks and experiments really are to do. If you're a teacher, you'll love this book for your your primary classroom. My students have effectively completed these experiments and were simply amazed at how cool they turned out! This is a must have book. Really!!!

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous resource, May 25, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Super Science Concoctions: 50 Mysterious Mixtures for Fabulous Fun (School & Library Binding)

I purchased this book along with Kids Crazy Art Concoctions. Both provide awesome ways for kids to become engaged with learning. This is a very hands-on science book that inspires kids to get mixing, thinking, and learning all through science-based recipes.

2 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars way cool..., September 1, 2002

By	Happy Homeschool Mom "Learning in the Wild" (Shreveport, LA United States) - See all my reviews

...[Everyone loves] thumbing thru the book finding something to do. usually have everything on hand at a moments notice. this book is looking well worn and for good reason.