Outdoor Science Lab for Kids: 52 Family-Friendly Experiments for the Yard, Garden, Playground, and Park [Paperback]

Inspire a lifelong passion for science and nature with these outdoor physics, chemistry, and biology experiments for kids!

InOutdoor Science Lab for Kids, scientist and mom Liz Heinecke presents52 family-friendly labsdesigned to get kids outside in every season. From playground physics to backyard bugs, this bookmakes it fun and easyto dig into the natural sciences and learn more about the world around you.

Followingclear, photo-illustrated step-by-step instructions,have fun learning about:

• The laws of physicsby constructing and using a marshmallow catapult.
• Centripetal forcesby swinging a sock filled with gelatin snack and marbles.
• Earthwormsby using ground mustard seed dissolved in water to make them wriggle to the surface.
• Germinationby sprouting a sapling from a pine cone or tree seed.
• Surface tensionandcapillary actionby growing baking soda stalagmites and stalactites.
• And so much more!

Along with the experiments, you’ll find:

• Tips for keeping a science journal.
• Suggestions for taking your experimentation to the next level with “Creative Enrichment.”
• Accessible explanations of “The Science Behind the Fun.”
• Safety tips and hints.

The experiments can be used as part of a homeschool curriculum, for family fun, at parties, or as educational activities for groups. Many of the simple and inexpensive experiments aresafe enough for toddlers, yetexciting enough for older kids, so families can discover the joy of science and STEM education together.

*Outdoor Science Lab for Kidswas a 2017 Finalist for the AAAS/Subaru Prize for excellence in science books.*

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