Description: Did you eat toast this morning? Did your family have a fire in your fireplace last night? Those are both chemical reactions! In Chemical Reactions! With 25 Science Projects for Kids, readers ages 7 to 10 learn about the atoms and molecules that make up everything in our world and what happens when different atoms and molecules come in contact with each other. Hands-on STEM activities include exploring candy chromatography, making ice cream, and creating a hydrophobic tower.
Brief description: Dr. Susan Berk Koch is an award-winning author of dozens of articles for children. Her work has been featured in magazines such as Highlights, Muse, Odyssey, Boys Quest, and Ask. She has a B.S. in biology and chemistry, and her doctorate from Marquette University. Susan lives in Mequon, Wisconsin, with her husband, three boys, and a menagerie of pets.
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"Utilizing inquiry-based methods to approach the conceptualization of atomic and molecular structure and behavior, Slingerland expands readers' knowledge with spot-on, age-appropriate content... If you are looking for an engaging addition to your collection that can be enjoyed on its own or as a supplement to curriculum, then look no further. This title promises to beef up your STEM collection in an approachable, fun way. Highly Recommended"