Book Series · 4 Books

Hands-On Science Books

In order from Forces and Motion to Motion.

The Hands-On Science series is a set of 4 chapter books by Jack Challoner, published between 2013 and 2024. Written for ages 5–12, most books run about 80 pages.

Forces and Motion

Edible Science

Code This!

Motion

Forces and Motion

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Forces and Motion

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$759

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013

Forces and Motion

By Jack Challoner, Maggie Hewson

Unlock the secrets of motion with hands-on experiments using everyday items.

32 pages

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Paperback

Summary: Dive into the world of forces and motion with engaging experiments that reveal the science behind everyday phenomena. Discover why toys move and how machines work using simple household items. Each project offers step-by-step guidance, making complex concepts accessible and fun. Will you master the laws of physics and become a budding scientist?

The complete set

Hands-On Science Series

4 books · Published 2013–2024

Forces and Motion

Sale price

$759

Forces and Motion

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013

Unlock the secrets of motion with hands-on experiments using everyday items.

Edible Science

Sale price

$1248

Edible Science

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015

Turn your kitchen into a lab with edible experiments.

Code This!

Sale price

$2556

Code This!

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

Help a robot complete missions with coding puzzles and challenges.

Motion

Sale price

$1597

Motion

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2024

Explore forces and motion in an interactive physics adventure.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Hands-On Science series?

There are 4 books in the Hands-On Science series. It began with Forces and Motion in 2013, and the newest book, Motion, was published in 2024.

What ages are the Hands-On Science books best for?

The series is best for ages 5–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Hands-On Science to life.

Jack Challoner

Maggie Hewson

Carol Tennant

Jennifer Szymanski

Lola M. Schaefer

Druscilla Santiago

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