Why do newspapers turn yellow?

How does bleach make colors disappear?

Why can't you mix oil and water?

Find out the answers to these and other mysteries of chemistry in this fascinating collection of ideas, projects, and activities that teach the basics of chemistry theory and practice.

Turn steel wool into a glutinous green blob. Separate an egg from its shell without breaking the shell. Make copper pennies turn green. Have fun while you learn simple chemistry from a solution of colored water, and the behavior of gases with the help of a soda bottle. Through these and other activities, you'll explore the structure of matter, the workings of acids, gases, and solutions . . . and much more.

You'll find most of the materials you need around the house or classroom. Every activity has been pretested and can be performed safely and cheaply in the classroom, at a science fair, or at home.

Also available in this series from Janice VanCleave:

• ASTRONOMY FOR EVERY KID
• BIOLOGY FOR EVERY KID
• DINOSAURS FOR EVERY KID
• EARTH SCIENCE FOR EVERY KID
• GEOGRAPHY FOR EVERY KID
• GEOMETRY FOR EVERY KID
• THE HUMAN BODY FOR EVERY KID
• MATH FOR EVERY KID
• PHYSICS FOR EVERY KID.

The Global Collaboration initiatives related in this book are examples of how educators have experimented with different mechanisms to provide science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education programmes through information and communication technologies. In many cases, these programmes have looked at the allied personal communication and collaboration skills that students of these subjects also need: the so-called STEM+ curriculum. In particular, these approaches to STEM+ provision show how the internationalization of education can be made more effective and accessible through the exploitation of collaborative technologies and non-traditional pedagogies. The approaches address the following themes: technologies for distance learning and collaboration pedagogies for online learning remote communication and collaboration An international perspective is made possible within the book through the inclusion of authors from North America, Europe and Asia. These authors present case studies from technology-enhanced learning projects over the past six years.

Kitchen Science is a collection of 30 STEM-themed activities for children, making use of everyday materials found in the kitchen. Forget about sterile laboratories and stuffy classrooms, there are oodles of awesome science experiments waiting to be done, right under your nose in the kitchen! Learn about how microwaves work, why honeycomb is full of bubbles, how to make plastic out of milk and much more. With the added bonus of making some yummy treats as part of some experiments, what s not to love? Ideal for parents/carers who have experienced home-schooling fatigue and cupboard-raiding children who want to inject some practical fun into their learning, this book provides an accessible and stimulating way to explore STEM themes at home. Each experiment is accompanied by an illustrated explanation of the science behind it and how it works.

A first science series that presents information in a simple and humorous way. Snappy the Nile crocodile introduces key science topics with a quirky bit of fun and asks questions to involve readers in exploring the topics further. In this book, find out all about materials, whether they're solid, liquid or gassy. Discover how we make and change materials and the many ways in which we use and reuse them. Perfect for readers aged 6 and up exploring the Key Stage 1 Science curriculum. Other titles in the series: Quick Fix Science: Animals Quick Fix Science: Human Body Quick Fix Science: Light Quick Fix Science: Plants Quick Fix Science: Forces and Magnets Quick Fix Science: Materials

A vibrant exploration of the energy cycle Earth's Amazing Cycles: Energy looks at what energy is, the different forms it takes and how it powers our world in a constant cycle. Spanning core science and geography topics, Earth's Amazing Cycles makes sense of the natural processes in the constantly changing world that surrounds us, from food chains to photosynthesis and from reproduction to rock formation, and reveals how these processes work together in a complicated and fragile balance. It also highlights throughout the importance of caring for our unique planet. Earth's Amazing Cycles showcases fresh, vibrant new illustrations and clever infographics. A funny character features throughout, guiding readers through the information and providing opportunities for humour and engagement. Titles in the series: Animals/Energy/Plants/Rocks/Seasons/Water

Discover how to fight extinction and become a #2minutesuperhero. Have you got 2 minutes? Of course you have! Get ready to team up with some of world's rarest animals. Together we can fight extinction and save the earth's wildlife by speaking up and changing what we eat, how we travel and the things we buy. Find out how you can become a #2minutesuperhero by completing 60 fun missions at home, school and in your community that can help the planet and save the animals at risk of extinction. Informative, practical and positive, this guide for children is written by Martin Dorey, anti-plastic campaigner and author of the bestselling No. More. Plastic, and is the founder of the Beach Clean Network and the #2minutebeachclean movement. He believes that every voice matters on this urgent issue.

A powerfully moving and beautiful picture book about the voyage of HMT Empire Windrush from national treasure, Benjamin Zephaniah. The hopes, dreams and bravery of the Windrush generation are expressed in this vivid story through the real-life experiences of Trinidadian musician, Mona Baptiste. Written as a brand-new poem by Benjamin Zephaniah, the book is beautifully illustrated by the extraordinary artist, Onyinye Iwu. The arrival of the Windrush in 1948 is celebrated each year on Windrush Day, 22 June Benjamin recently won a BAFTA for his Sky Arts show, Life & Rhymes, a showcase of some of Britain's finest poets This book is perfect for teaching young children about inclusivity and diversity Praise for Windrush Child: 'An invaluable story for any young readers who enjoy adventure and want to learn more about the Windrush generation's experience. Essential reading' Alex Wheatle

DISCOVER the facts and DO the activities in this fun geography book all about marvellous maps! Discover and Do! Geography is the perfect introduction to geography for readers aged 7 and up who enjoy getting creative. Each book looks at core geography topics and brings them to life through a lively combination of experiments, craft activities and quizzes. Discover & Do! Maps takes an up-close look at different uses for maps and plans, exploring essential geography topics such as compass points, scale and landscapes. Readers will find information about navigation and map-making skills, and how they can use clues in nature to find their way even without technology. Alongside the facts, readers discover how to design a map of their local area from first-person observation, how to shrink and grow a map, and will even try their hand at making building plans - as an architect does - and much more! Contents of Discover & Do! Maps: What is a map? Bird's-eye view Symbols Making maps Compass points Map lines Scale Landscapes Plans Finding the way Planning a walk Glossary Quiz and Further information Index Titles in the series: By the Sea Caring for Our Earth Maps Mountains Rivers Weather

Explore science with a retro sci-fi twist in the Alien Science Lab, with cool experiments including a launching rocket and glow-in-the-dark slime

This sci-fi approach to non-fiction will take readers on an exciting journey into the future, using cutting-edge science from today to imagine the world of tomorrow. From floating cities to colonies on far-off planets, each spread will take the reader further and further from home. Stunning full-page spreads create an immersive feel, while the text paints a picture of the possibilities ahead - and some surprising achievements already made! Did you know that you can already eat 3D printed food? Or that a group of scientists are trying to build a lift to the Moon? A Trip to the Future is a book for the engineers and scientists of the future!

Did you ever wonder why some insects can walk on water? Or how the Ancient Egyptians made mummies? Are you curious about why a guitar sounds different from a flute? Gather some everyday materials from around your home and find out the answers with these 50 kid-approved science activities from CSIRO. The activities cover electricity and magnetism, sound and light, heat and motion, water and gases, living things, shapes and our planet Earth. Each activity has a simple list of materials required, and uses simple step-by-step instructions and drawings to enable you to create exciting and interesting reactions, experiments and inventions. Fast facts and quiz questions will help you test your knowledge, and you'll also find an explanation of the science behind each activity, along with examples of how each principle works in the real world. Discover more about the world of science by making: Dancing slime Rubbery bones A ping pong ball shooter Ghastly ghostly photos Fizzy dinosaur eggs A lemon battery

DISCOVER the facts and DO the activities in this fun geography book all about caring for our amazing Earth! Discover and Do! Geography is the perfect introduction to geography for readers aged 7 and up who enjoy getting creative! Each book looks at core geography topics and brings them to life through a lively combination of experiments, craft activities and quizzes. Discover & Do! Caring for Our Earth takes an up-close look at our world, exploring essential geography topics such as recycling, pollution and animal habitats, alongside details of how every person can live more sustainably, and how children can support local wildlife. Along the way, readers will discover how to draw a local area improvement plan, put together a bird station, observe the breakdown of organic matter firsthand and much more! Contents of Discover & Do! Caring for Our Earth: Planet Earth Water Where I Live Travelling Around Litter Reduce, Re-use! Recycle! Pollution Local Wildlife Habitats Energy Glossary Quiz and Further Information Index Titles in the series: By the Sea Caring for Our Earth Maps Mountains Rivers Weather

What makes the Tegnologie Vandag course unique? The design process is emphasised as a crucial part of teaching technology; full-colour artwork and photographs clearly illustrate important concepts; carefully formulated enabling tasks give learners the opportunity to practise and apply the content they have learnt; summaries and revision sections at the end of each chapter allow learners to consolidate their knowledge and evaluate their own progress; comprehensive assessment rubrics for all mini practical assessment. Trust Today to be up-to-date and fresh for the classroom: Opportunities for revision, exam practice and assessment throughout; develops language skills alongside subject knowledge; all content is fully CAPS-compliant. Your easy-to-use complete classroom solution! Today, for successful teaching tomorrow.

Uncover the most amazing moments in scientific and technological discovery in this fascinating, over-sized timeline reference. Created in association with the Science Museum, the timeline is uniquely broken out into seven subject areas (such as math & measurement, building & inventions) as well as by date, with over 1,000 pictures and captions. From the stone age to today, the nearly six-foot-long timeline allows readers to compare events across the world at any given moment in time. An easy-to-read chronicle, written in the form of newspaper articles, highlights key moments in science, such as the first use of written numbers and the invention of the telephone. Other features include a page of letters to the editor, a fifty-question quiz, and a pocket magnifier to make it easier to explore all the timeline's details. Perfect for 6-14 year olds, and science lovers of any age!

Joe Joe the wizard has a problem. His spell to turn homework into chocolate bars has gone to syrup Come along to learn how solids, liquids, and gases help Joe Joe with his sticky mess."

Albert Einstein was a famous scientist who questioned everything-even the laws of physics! Einstein's innovative thinking paved the way for many important inventions and discoveries that helped shape the world we live in. Beginning readers will learn about the milestones in Albert Einstein's life in this Level Two I Can Read. This biography includes a timeline and photos about the life of this inspiring scientist. Albert Einstein: A Curious Mind is a Guided Reading Level Q and a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.

Layla the Inventor wasn't tired enough for bed. So she sat up in her science lab, inventing things instead! What does Layla invent? A robot, of course! It's so much fun to do the robot dance together! And it'll be even MORE fun with another robot - so Lola and her new friend decide to make one. But when Layla and her robot friends make a third robot, everything starts to go wrong . . . Can Layla use her skills to fix him - and get everyone safely tucked up in time for bed? Count down to bedtime with this gentle imaginative adventure, perfect for fans of Ten Minutes to Bed and Izzy Gizmo. Packed with simple and engaging STEM language - and warm-hearted messages about teamwork and not giving up. Look out for more bedtime countdown adventures: 1, 2, 3, Do the Dinosaur 1, 2, 3, Do the Shark

Meet two young adventurers as they discover the ancient art of reading outdoor clues. Join them as they learn to read a full moon, decode the colour of the ocean and forecast the weather with a rainbow, uncovering the secret signs of nature and a world of forgotten skills. With a foreword from naturalist Steve Backshall.