{"product_id":"janice-vancleaves-earth-science-for-every-kid-isbn-9780471543893","title":"Janice VanCleave's Earth Science for Every Kid","description":"How are mountains formed?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e What makes the air we breathe?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e What causes the ocean waves?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Now you can learn the answers to these and other questions aboutthe earth, sea, and air through 101 fun, safe, low-cost experimentsand activities that can be performed at home or in the classroom.In Earth Science for Every Kid, you'll use a tennis ball and amarble to demonstrate a solar eclipse. You'll make a peanut butterand jelly sandwich to understand sedimentary rock formation. And,with the assistance of a Slinky(r) and a helper, you'll learn aboutthe motion of water waves.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Each of the 101 experiments is broken down into its purpose, a listof materials, step-by-step instructions, expected results, and aneasy to understand explanation. Every activity has been pretestedand can be performed safely and inexpensively in the classroom orat home.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Also available in this series from Janice VanCleave:\u003cbr\u003e * ASTRONOMY FOR EVERY KID\u003cbr\u003e * BIOLOGY FOR EVERY KID\u003cbr\u003e * CHEMISTRY FOR EVERY KID\u003cbr\u003e * DINOSAURS FOR EVERY KID\u003cbr\u003e * GEOGRAPHY FOR EVERY KID\u003cbr\u003e * GEOMETRY FOR EVERY KID\u003cbr\u003e * THE HUMAN BODY FOR EVERY KID\u003cbr\u003e * MATH FOR EVERY KID\u003cbr\u003e * PHYSICS FOR EVERY KID  Partial table of contents:  \u003cp\u003eEARTH IN SPACE.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBulging Ball.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWobbler.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTilt.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEclipse.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eROCKS AND MINERALS.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSalty.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNeedles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeposits.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpoon Pen.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCRUSTAL MOVEMENT.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRub-a-Dub.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShifting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePop Top.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDipper.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDynamo.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRipples.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEROSION.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRusty Rock.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRock Eater.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShaping.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRun Off.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUp and Down.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eATMOSPHERE.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpacey.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStraw Drill.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncreasing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Fast?.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhich Way?.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWEATHER.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBarometer.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCloud Watcher.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWet Bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFloating Flakes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMicro-Bolt.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBang!.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOCEANS.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWave Action.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBobber.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBump!.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwirler.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuper Cooled.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSlosh!.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTides.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex.\u003c\/p\u003e Janice VanCleave is a former school science teacher and a captivating presenter at museums, schools, and bookstores nationwide. She is the author of more than twenty other science books for children.  How are mountains formed?  \u003cp\u003eWhat makes the air we breathe?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat causes the ocean waves?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNow kids can learn the answers to these and other questions about the earth, sea, and air through 101 fun, safe, low-cost experiments and activities that can be performed at home or in the classroom. In Earth Science for Every Kid, kids use a tennis ball and a marble to demonstrate a solar eclipse. They'll make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich to understand sedimentary rock formation. And, with the assistance of a Slinky(r), they'll learn about the motion of water waves. Kids will explore the topics of rocks and minerals, crustal movement, erosion, atmosphere, weather, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEach of the 101 experiments begins with a statement of purpose, followed by a list of materials, step-by-step instructions, expected results, and a scientific explanation in terms that kids can understand. Parents will be glad to hear that every activity has been pretested and can be performed safely and inexpensively in the classroom or at home.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen learning science means doing science, learning becomes an adventure!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcclaim for Janice VanCleave books: \"Science projects sometimes breed dread, but with Janice's books to spark their creativity, students' projects are rewarding and fun.\"—Teaching PreK-8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"An entertaining, educational, and nonthreatening aid to understanding earth science.\"—School Library Journal on Earth Science for Every Kid\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"A super collection of easy biology experiments to conduct at home...A worthwhile purchase.\"—Kirkus Reviews on Biology for Every Kid\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlso available in this series from Janice VanCleave:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eASTRONOMY FOR EVERY KID\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBIOLOGY FOR EVERY KID\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCHEMISTRY FOR EVERY KID\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDINOSAURS FOR EVERY KID\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGEOGRAPHY FOR EVERY KID\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGEOMETRY FOR EVERY KID\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTHE HUMAN BODY FOR EVERY KID\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMATH FOR EVERY KID\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePHYSICS FOR EVERY KID\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989486780645,"sku":"NP9780471543893","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780471543893.jpg?v=1761784298","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/janice-vancleaves-earth-science-for-every-kid-isbn-9780471543893","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}