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Highlights
- Use science to create REAL magic with 30 dazzling experiments you can do at home--the perfect science gift for kids!Written by biochemist Cara Florance, The Science Spell Book is the perfect way to engage kids while teaching them about science.
- 7-10 Years
- 9.0" x 6.8" Paperback
- 224 Pages
- Juvenile Nonfiction, Science & Nature
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About the Book
"Have you ever wished you could cast a real spell with the wave of a magic wand? Have you ever wanted to mix a real color-changing potion? Now kids can perform magical feats with a few simple ingredients and a little help from science. Written by biochemist Cara Florance, Science Spells is the perfect way to engage kids while teaching them about science. Each experiment includes simple instructions, diagrams to follow along with, and an explanation of the science behind each magical experiment. Experiments include: Elixir of Enlightenment: Brew a stunning color-changing tea Sanguine Energy: Use electricity to draw a picture Fluorescent Feast: Create a meal that glows under a black light Magic Wand: Build your very own wand that lights up when you grasp it And more!"--Book Synopsis
Use science to create REAL magic with 30 dazzling experiments you can do at home--the perfect science gift for kids!
Written by biochemist Cara Florance, The Science Spell Book is the perfect way to engage kids while teaching them about science. Readers will learn about physics, biology, chemistry and more with amazing activities like:
- Elixir of Enlightenment--brew a stunning color-changing tea!
- Chaotic Calling--learn about chaos theory while creating art with a pendulum!
- Fluorescent Feast--create a meal that glows under a black light!
- North Divination--make a homemade compass!
Each experiment includes simple instructions, diagrams to follow along with, and an explanation of the science behind each magical experiment.
Review Quotes
"Budding scientists who enjoy the lure of magic, potions, spells and sorcery will enjoy tinkering around with an adult in a home or school based laboratory while conducting these unusual experiments" -- Youth Services Book Review
"This delightful collection of 30 experiments [showcases] the science behind seemingly magical activities while still embracing the wonder of nature... Enchanting fun for kitchen scientists, classroom connections, or library programming" -- Booklist
"This is an appealing resource to encourage children, parents, teachers, and librarians to explore, enjoy, and celebrate -science" -- School Library Journal
"Wizardry with appeal for those both science-inclined and not" -- Kirkus
Dimensions (Overall): 9.0 Inches (H) x 6.8 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.37 Pounds
Suggested Age: 7-10 Years
Number of Pages: 224
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: Science & Nature
Publisher: Sourcebooks Explore
Theme: Experiments & Projects
Format: Paperback
Author: Cara Florance
Language: English
Street Date: July 6, 2022
TCIN: 86201508
UPC: 9781728232522
Item Number (DPCI): 247-10-3370
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.8 inches length x 6.8 inches width x 9 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.37 pounds
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