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Eat Your Science Homework: Recipes for Inquiring Minds

by Ann MCCALLUM
illus. by Leeza Hernandez. 48p. chart. ebook available. glossary. index. Charlesbridge. 2014. RTE $16.95. ISBN 9781570912986; pap. $7.95. ISBN 9781570912993. LC 2013022070.
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Gr 4–8—A creative work that gives readers an opportunity to experience scientific terms and processes with familiar objects and recipes. For instance, a salad dressing comprised of oil and vinegar makes for a fun lesson about the properties of matter, chemical reactions are demonstrated with invisible ink on sandwiches, and lasagna provides a way to observe sedimentary layers. Scientific terms are explained in each chapter, and recipes are given and reinforced with a glossary. Bright illustrations and clear instructions will appeal to younger readers, while older readers will find the concepts and vocabulary educational; the recipes will appeal to a wide range of ages. An accessible and engaging title that should please even reluctant readers.—Denise Moore, O'Gorman Junior High School, Sioux Falls, SD
Brief introductions to the scientific method and to kitchen safety lead to six sections, each focusing on a scientific concept (e.g., properties of matter) and containing a simple related recipe and an explanation or extension of the science. Some of the topics are fairly advanced, but goofy cartoon rabbits in lab coats keep the tone light. A "Science Review" section concludes the book. Glos., ind.
Reviewed by Denise Moore , Sep 01, 2014

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