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ages 7-10
astronomy
atmospheric pressure
Author_Cara Florance
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classroom
demonstrations
educational
elementary school
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experiments
extraterrestrial life
homeschool
magnetic slime
middle school
nonfiction
over 30 activities
play
potato battery
science
science activity book
science explanation
science projects
scientific concepts
simple instructions
solar system
space technology
storyline
turbulent flow
Product details
- ISBN 9781464225604
- Weight: 884g
- Dimensions: 179 x 233mm
- Publication Date: 18 Oct 2025
- Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Paperback
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Embark on an intergalactic adventure where you'll study bright galaxies, envision new planets, and explore futuristic technology in this imaginative science activity book for kids!
The Space Science Handbook takes children on a tour of the cosmos through scientific experiments, creative projects, and demonstrations. In addition to exploring aspects of the solar system, extraterrestrial life, and space technology, this book teaches vital scientific concepts and helps children consider sociological and philosophical implications of a future in the stars. Each experiment includes a mission brief, simple instructions and diagrams, and an explanation of the science at work!
Experiments include:
- Atmospheric Pressure: Crush a can using the Earth's atmosphere
- Turbulent Flow: Study turbulent flow using milk, food coloring, and dish soap
- Space Sludge: Make magnetic slime
- Emergency Battery: Create a battery from potatoes
- Wearable Electronics: Create a signaling patch
- and more!
Cara Florance, PhD, is a biochemist and mother with experience in astrobiology, cotton candy spinning, and radiation decontamination. She writes books to make science fun and approachable to families everywhere.
