The Spinning Blackboard and Other Dynamic Experiments on Force and Motion
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 1996

The Spinning Blackboard and Other Dynamic Experiments on Force and Motion

By Paul Doherty, Don Rathjen, The Exploratorium Teacher Institute

Part of the The Exploratorium Science Snackbook Series series

Explore physics with hands-on experiments that reveal everyday wonders.

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Dive into the world of physics with 23 engaging experiments inspired by the Exploratorium Science Museum. Discover the secrets of force and motion as you build pendulums and create water tornadoes. Perfect for curious minds, this book offers simple materials and clear instructions to bring science to life at home or in the classroom. Will you uncover the mysteries of the physical world through these electrifying projects? Get ready to explore and learn with each hands-on activity, sparking curiosity and wonder in every experiment.

From the publisher

The 23 experiments in this fun and educational text are designed to help teachers, parents, and students examine some of the physical principles they use in everyday life. These simple-to-perform projects are miniature versions of some of the best exhibits in the Exploratorium Science Museum. Contains a list of the materials needed, how to find them, assembly instructions, helpful hints, as well as numerous photographs and line drawings.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
132
Reading age
8–14
Audience
Middle Grade
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Book details

Publication
Published
April 6, 1996
First published
March 1, 1996
Publisher
Wiley
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780471115144

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