I use this book regularly in my preschool classroom. It helps children discover answers to their questions: Why do some tree leaves change color? How can you make slime? Can you make a square bubble? How do rockets work? The book is easy to use. It describes what materials I need to get ready, what ... more

I use this book regularly in my preschool classroom. It helps children discover answers to their questions: Why do some tree leaves change color? How can you make slime? Can you make a square bubble? How do rockets work? The book is easy to use. It describes what materials I need to get ready, what to do with children step by step and what questions I can ask to help children think through what they are observing. It also includes a list of books for each topic. Peggy Ashbrook is a master at explaining concepts clearly. She shows readers that science is indeed simple and FUN! Its a must-have for teachers and parents.

What do seeds need to grow? What can the wind do? What is dirt? Like learning to count or read, understanding the fascinating world of science is an essential skill. This innovative book encourages three-to-six-year olds to predict outcomes, ask questions, and investigate answers. Watch preschoole... more

What do seeds need to grow? What can the wind do? What is dirt? Like learning to count or read, understanding the fascinating world of science is an essential skill. This innovative book encourages three-to-six-year olds to predict outcomes, ask questions, and investigate answers. Watch preschoolers develop essential observational and analytical skills as they eagerly jump into the hands-on, interactive process that is science. Science Is Simple contains 250 activities spanning 39 kid-pleasing science concepts. From magnets to bubbles, insects to volcanoes, there are experiments to interest each and every child. Budding scientists will "have a ball" learning about objects in motion or feeling the texture of their own homemade paper. Future astronauts will immerse themselves in making a rocket ship and watching it blast off! Children will be captivated as they learn about science and the role it plays in their everyday lives.