Science with Plants


Book Description

This lively book is packed with exciting science activities which encourage children to explore the intriguing nature of plants. Readers can find out how to change the color of a leaf, how to tell the age of a tree and why a seedling always grows the right way up. All the experiments and tricks are safe to do, using only ordinary household equipment. Usborne Science Activities is an innovative series which responds to the growing emphasis on scientific exploration for young children. The text and illustrations are simple and clear so children can enjoy using the books by themselves. Further notes give fuller scientific explanations for adults who wish to work with their children.




Plant and Animal Science Fair Projects, Revised and Expanded Using the Scientific Method


Book Description

How do land and aquatic plants differ? How do birds mark their territories and attract mates? How are seeds protected from being eaten by animals? Using easy-to-find materials and the scientific method, you can learn the answers to these questions and more. If you are interested in competing in science fairs, the book contains lots of great suggestions and ideas for further experiments.




Ace Your Plant Science Project


Book Description

How do different types of soil affect germination? How do light and dark affect leaves? Can you tell how old a tree is? Young scientists will explore structures, development, and life cycles of plants and interactions of plants with their environment? Readers will learn the answers to these questions and more with the fun life science experiments in this book. Following the scientific method, readers will be able to use many of the science fair project ideas for their own science fair project.




Experiment with What a Plant Needs to Grow


Book Description

Sunlight, air, water, and minerals help keep plants alive. But do you know how much water is needed for a seed to sprout? Or what a plant will do to find the light it needs? Let's experiment to find out! Simple step-by-step instructions help readers explore key science concepts. Projects include materials easily found around the house and will inspire learning and creativity!




Lively Plant Science Projects


Book Description

"Presents several easy-to-do science experiments using plants"--Provided by publisher.




Master the Scientific Method with Fun Life Science Projects


Book Description

"Provides an introduction to the scientific method for young readers, using easy-to-do experiments about life science"--Provided by publisher.




Fun Science Experiments with Plants


Book Description

Caring for plants is an amazing way to learn about science. When you are gardening, you are carrying out experiments more often than you think. In this fascinating volume, readers learn about the importance of caring for the environment and other living things--all the while experimenting with fun and interesting botanical projects. Readers learn about a variety of intriguing topics, such as plants that blow bubbles and why plants turn to face the sun. With accessible step-by-step instructions, exciting sidebars, and vivid illustrations, the experiments in this volume are sure to engage budding botanists and gardeners everywhere.




Super Simple Things to Do with Plants


Book Description

The science projects in Super Simple Things to Do with Plants: Fun and Easy Science for Kids are easy and fun! Young readers can find the common household elements around the house and then complete the projects at home. No laboratory required! Each simple activity includes how-to photos, easy instructions, and short explanations. Readers will be thinking like scientists in no time! Besides adhering to science standards, this title also includes beginning math principles. For those familiar with the Checkerboard Cool series, this is the "Cool junior" series. Super simple says it all! Super Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.




TheDadLab


Book Description

The ultimate collection of DIY activities to do with your kids to teach STEM basics and beyond, from a wildly popular online dad. With more than 3 million fans, TheDadLab has become an online sensation, with weekly videos of fun and easy science experiments that parents can do with their kids. These simple projects use materials found around the house, making it easier than ever for busy moms and dads to not only spend more quality time with their children but also get them interested in science and technology. In this mind-blowing book, Sergei Urban takes the challenge off-screen with fifty step-by-step projects, including some that he has never shared online before. Each activity will go beyond the videos, featuring detailed explanations to simplify scientific concepts for parents and help answer the hows and whys of their curious children. Learn how to: • explore new fun ways to paint; • make slime with only two ingredients; • defy gravity with a ping-pong ball; • produce your own electricity, and more! With TheDadLab, parents everywhere will have an easy solution to the dreaded "I'm bored" complaint right at their fingertips!




Experiment with Parts of a Plant


Book Description

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Plants have roots, stems, leaves, and sometimes flowers. Each part of a plant does a special job. But do you know what a stem does? Or how different seeds travel away from their parent plants? Let's experiment to find out! Simple step-by-step instructions help readers explore science concepts and analyze information.