Awesome Craft Stick Science

Gr 3–8—The projects in these books are at least as much science experiments as they are craft activities. Whether readers are learning about circuits by making their own flashlight out of office supplies and household items or making a mess with a vinegar rocket, they're getting a quick lesson on Newton's third law of motion or the movement of charged particles. Most of these projects are easily accomplished, requiring only a few easily sourced materials—lots of recycled containers, bendy straws, balloons, and the like. Written instructions are clear, and photographs of the project at various stages of construction are very helpful. Science-centered "Reusable Knowledge" sidebars are illustrated with diagrams or photos when necessary. A sharp black, white, and green color scheme gives the titles a sophisticated look.