"Kids love to be grossed out. And now the doyenne of disgusting, Joy Masoff, lets kids get their hands dirty--really dirty--with 114 interactive ick-speriments and ick-tivities that delve into the science behind everything disgusting. Its this A-Z compendium, kids can stage an Ooze Olympics to demonstrate viscosity. Observe how fungi grow by making a Mold Zoo"--

Describes how magnets work and includes instructions for making a magnet and a compass.

"Simple text and full-color photos instruct readers on how to make slime and explain the science behind the activity"--Provided by publisher.

"Following the success of the first Candy Experiments, this all-new collection presents more ways to destroy store-bought candy and learn some science in the process. Candy Experiments 2 delivers fun science facts from the perspective of a real mom in the kitchen doing crazy things with brand-name store-bought candy. Marshmallows, cotton candy, Pixy Stix, Jawbreakers, Pop Rocks, gummi candy, chocolate, and even soda provide good excuses to get destructive...

Describes experiments that can be performed using solar energy in order to learn about its properties, including how different colors absorb sunlight, if it cleans dirty water, and whether it can cook food.

What happens if you water plants with juice? Where can you find bacteria in your house? Is slug slime as strong as a glue stick? How would your child find the answers to these questions? In The Curious Kid's Science Book, your child will learn to design his or her own science investigations to determine the answers! Children will learn to ask their own scientific questions, discover value in failed experiments, and - most importantly - have a blast...

Provides detailed information regarding creating and presenting successful science fair projects on topics including physiology, botany, chemistry, and astronomy.

Provides instructions for over thirty experiments appropriate for science fairs, involving plant physiology, reproduction, and growth.

"Simple text and full-color photos instruct readers how to build a tornado in a bottle and explain the science behind the activity"--