Brief Description:
How far can you shoot a pom-pom with energy generated from rubber bands? What attracts goo to a balloon? Can you cook s'mores using energy from the sun? Show kids how cool it is to learn physics with 40 fun and engaging experiments. Created by board-certified science teacher Dr. Erica Colâon, these physics experiments for kids offer a hands-on approach to learning about concepts like force, electricity, heat, and sound. Simple, step-by-step instructions let kids do their own experimentation and discover just how fun physics really is.

Review Quotes:
"Parents and teachers alike will find engaging activities in Awesome Physics Experiments for Kids. Erica Colon transforms weekends and summer break into opportunities for learning experiences. This book will turn any child into a budding scientist." ?Lauralee Moss, author of The English Grammar Workbook for Grades 6, 7, and 8

Review Quotes:
" Awesome Physics Experiments for Kids is a wonderful book that sparks curiosity and delight. The activities and explanations do an excellent job of explaining how a particular concept works and encourage you to ask more questions about other things in our world." ?Adrienne Tacke, author of Coding for Kids: Python

Review Quotes:
"Dr. Erica Colon presents physics in a fun and approachable way in this delightful book. As a homeschooling parent and coach it is often difficult to find quality science books. I'd highly recommend this book to families and teachers whether you are in public school or homeschooled." ?Beverly Burgess, author of Out of the Box Learning: Empowering YOU On Your Homeschool Journey

Publisher Marketing:

Get kids excited about physics with fun and easy experiments for ages 10 to 13

Turn living rooms into STEAM laboratories and watch as children have an awesome time learning about physics. This book contains 40 highly entertaining, hands-on experiments that can be completed using simple, household materials.

What sets this physics for kids book apart:

• Excellent explanations--Brief explainers address the hows and whys of each experiment, providing children with a clear understanding of the fundamental concepts surrounding force, flight, and much more.
• Step-by-step instructions--Full-color photos and easy-to-follow instructions allow kids to confidently conduct experiments on their own, with only the occasional assist from an adult.
• Extended fun--Each experiment contains a "Now Try This!" section that offers ideas for further investigation and expands the possibilities for learning.

Help kids set off on a journey of scientific discovery with 40 fun physics experiments they can tackle at home.

Contributor Bio:Colón, Erica L

"DR. ERICA COLÓN is a National Board Certified Teacher who taught science in the classroom for over a dozen years. She earned her doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction and decided to design her own science curriculum to help teachers spend less time trying to make their own resources and focus on what they love to do most-- teach. In 2012, she started her own business, Nitty Gritty Science. Her science curriculum can be found in classrooms all over the world. Dr. Colón is a proud Navy wife who currently lives with her husband and three children in Virginia.