Science Experiments You Can Eat

By Vicki Cobb, Tad Carpenter (Illustrator)

Book #1 in the Science Experiments You Can Eat Series series

Transform your kitchen into a lab and eat your experiments!

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224 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Turn your kitchen into a lab and discover the science behind everyday foods. From popping popcorn to rising cakes, explore chemical reactions through fun experiments. Test your theories and enjoy the tasty results, like homemade yogurt and caramel. This updated guide offers a delicious way to learn about food science, making it perfect for curious young minds eager to play with their food and learn about healthy eating.

From the publisher

Kids take the reins in the kitchen with this hands-on book of edible science experiments! With revised and updated material, a brand-new look, and hours of innovative, educational experiments, this science classic by award-winning author Vicki Cobb will be devoured by a whole new generation of readers.Combine with such books as Awesome Science Experiments for Kids to help junior scientists continue their learning, whether at home or in a classroom.With contemporary information that reflects changes in the world of processing and preserving foods, this cookbook demonstrates the scientific principles that underpin the chemical reactions we witness every day–just by cooking.And once readers have tested their theories and completed their experiments, they can eat the results! From salad dressing to mayonnaise, celery to popcorn, and muffins to meringues, this book uses food to make science accessible to a range of tastes.Also included is essential information on eating healthfully, plus additional resources for further exploration.

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