Explore the concepts of motion by learning about movement, speed, force, and inertia.

The states of matter (solids, liquids, and gases) are explained and demonstrated. Includes an experiment to try.

The forms of energy are discovered, including chemical energy, kinetic energy, and solar energy.

Features: Reading Consultants - Table of Contents - Activities - Fun Facts - Glossary - Index
Standards: Benchmark for Science Literacy: The Living Environment: The Flow of Matter and Energy; National Science Education Standards: Earth and Space Science Content Standard D: Properties of Earth Materials: Physical Science Content Standard B: Position and Motion of Objects; Light, Heat. Electricity, and Magnetism

Compasses and magnetite, magnetic poles and motors - learn about how magnets affect our lives.

Briefly explains the effects of light and includes experiments to demonstrate.