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Author Ross, Michael Elsohn, 1952-

Title Toy lab / by Michael Elsohn Ross ; illustrations by Tim Seeley.

Publication Info. Minneapolis, Minn. : Carolrhoda Books, [2002]
©2003

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 Simsbury Public Library - Children's Department  J 530 ROS    Check Shelf
Description 48 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Series You are the scientist
Ross, Michael Elsohn, 1952- You are the scientist.
Note Includes index.
Contents Toy lab -- Weird stuff and strange substances -- Flying disks and soaring peas -- Little squirts and big waves -- Towers, bridges, and ramps -- Spinning, turning, and stopping -- Glossary -- Index.
Summary Explains how to do experiments related to various scientific principles using different kinds of toys. This eye-catching, inquiry-based series uses everyday objects and hands-on experiments to engage students in exploring science and the scientific method in fun new ways.Supports the national science education standards Unifying Concepts and Processes; Evidence, Models, and Explanation; Unifying Concepts and Processes: Constancy, Change, and Measurement; Unifying Concepts and Processes: Form and Function; Science as Inquiry; Physical Science; and Science and Technology as outlined by the National Academics of Science and endorsed by the National Science Teachers Association. Whether you're playing with a Slinky, a Frisbee, or some Silly Putty, uncover the science behind your favorite toys. After seeing some of the weird, silly, and exciting experiments that other kids have done, you can easily come up with your own.
Subject Physics -- Experiments -- Juvenile literature.
Toys -- Experiments.
Science -- Experiments.
Experiments.
Added Author Seeley, Tim, illustrator.
ISBN 0876144563 library binding alkaline paper
9780876144565 library binding alkaline paper
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