Experiment with Outdoor Science Fun projects

Science isn’t limited to the classroom—it can be found out in the garden! This photographic book of experiments and projects covers covers chemical reactions, states of matter, microbiology, and much more—all with materials and equipment that can be found at home.

The STEAM Ahead series shows readers that science isn’t limited to the classroom—it can be found out in the garden, cooked up in the kitchen, and brought to life with paper and paints! Each book features clear, step-by-step instructions and has a fresh, contemporary design, with an emphasis on fun, achievable experiments to give kids hands-on experiences. The science behind each experiment is explained, giving readers the theory behind the practical activities.

Titles in the series include:
STEAM Ahead: Experiment with Kitchen Science
STEAM Ahead: Experiment with Outdoor Science
?STEAM Ahead: Experiment with Art
STEAM Ahead: Experiment with Engineering

Nick Arnold is a British writer of science books for children, best known for his hugely successful, award-winning series Horrible Science—one of which was awarded the Aventis prize. He is a keen supporter of libraries and founded the Appledore Book Festival after leading a campaign to save six libraries from closure.

Giulia Zoavo is an Italian illustrator based in Brooklyn who loves to tell stories and make people smile.

Introduction

Chapter 1: MOVING MOMENTS
Float your boats
Massive megaphones
Make a parachute
Kite flight
Flying frisbee
Getting in a spin
Snowball flight tests

Chapter 2: MIXING AND SEPARATING
What goes around comes apart
Make giant bubbles
Blow a bubble snake
Volcanic eruptions
Soil secrets

Chapter 3: PLANTS
Grow potatoes
Growing cuttings
Glass garden
Everlasting flowers
Bark rubbing

Chapter 4: BUGS AND BIRDS
Snail racing
Super-strong shells
Wandering woodlice
Giant spider’s web
Bird breakfast

Chapter 5: SKY AND SPACE
Make a windsock
Measure the Sun
Shadow secrets
Shadow time
Make a rainbow
Rainy day science
Moon mission
Map the stars

Glossary
Index

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Experiment with Outdoor Science Fun projects to try at home

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Author Biography

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