Experiment with Kitchen Science
by Nick Arnold, Giulia Zoavo
Grab an apron and try some quick and easy, step-by-step experiments in your kitchen, in this fully illustrated and fun-filled book. Science isn't limited to the classroom - it can be cooked up in the kitchen! This photographic book of experiments and projects covers covers chemical reactions, states of matter, microbiology and much more - all with ingredients and equipment that can be found in the kitchen. Discover how to make massive marshmallows, a crazy lemon volcano, baked ice cream and more, all using household items. Featuring sections on mad mixtures, floating and forces, colourful chemistry, heating and eating and things that are easy freezy, you're sure to get a taste for kitchen science! 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
Hardcover
English
Brand New
Author Biography
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.
Table of Contents
Introduction Chapter 1: Mad mixtures Best ever butter Solid liquid wonders Sticky situations Kitchen sunset Giant candies Salad dressing secrets Chapter 2: Floating and forces Liquid layers Floating fact-finder Restless raisins Kitchen bag challenge Watery wonders Sink or swim? Whirling whirlpool A smashing experiment! Chapter 3: Colorful chemistry Milky marvels Quick-change act Giant green egg Foamy fun Crazy lemon volcano Chapter 4: Heating and eating Weird toast Massive marshmallows Creating caramel Volcano rocks Mashed-up moons Perfect pizza science Taste test Chapter 5: Easy freezy! Ice colors Frosty moments Nice cream Baked ice cream Glossary Index
Long Description
Grab an apron and try some quick and easy, step-by-step experiments in your kitchen, in this fully illustrated and fun-filled book. Science isn't limited to the classroom - it can be cooked up in the kitchen! This photographic book of experiments and projects covers covers chemical reactions , states of matter , microbiology and much more - all with ingredients and equipment that can be found in the kitchen. Discover how to make massive marshmallows , a crazy lemon volcano , baked ice cream and more, all using household items. Featuring sections on mad mixtures, floating and forces, colourful chemistry, heating and eating and things that are easy freezy, you're sure to get a taste for kitchen science! 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
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