Motion
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2024

Motion

By Lola M. Schaefer, Druscilla Santiago (Illustrator)

Part of the Hands-On Science series

Explore forces and motion in an interactive physics adventure.

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40 pages
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Step into a vibrant physics lab where young scientists bring experiments to life. Tilt the book to roll a ball, slide beanbags to test friction, and predict outcomes. Discover the wonders of forces and motion in this engaging STEM journey, where every page turn reveals exciting results. Perfect for curious minds eager to explore the science of pushes and pulls.

From the publisher

Press Here meets Bill Nye the Science Guy in this interactive STEM picture book about forces and motion. Welcome to the physics lab! In this picture book, young scientists use their imagination to bring experiements to life. They poke whipped cream in the illustrations, tilt the book to roll a ball down a ramp, and slide beanbags to test friction. After predicting what will happen next, eager readers turn the page to see the results. Educator and author Lola M. Schaefer draws on her years in the classroom to make science fun and accessible. Back matter encourages kids to notice the pushes and pulls all around them and includes a simple physics experiment.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD520L
Themes & topics
Books about movement and motionBooks about physicsBooks about science and nature
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The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.4
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
February 27, 2024
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781623542450

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