Experiments with Electricity

Gr 2–4—Straightforward text and hands-on activities encourage young scientists to consider the importance of electricity, temperature, light, and sound in these slim volumes. The books all contain four chapters, each of which is followed by a relevant experiment (building a robot, testing whether different objects are light sources) that supports the preceding material. Featuring straightforward instructions, the projects will challenge kids without overwhelming them. Sidebars such as "See the Science," "Is It a Fair Test?" and "Real World Science" actively engage the reader's critical thinking skills while emphasizing the significance of the scientific process and the power of observation. Uncluttered, the layout is clean and visually appealing, allowing readers to concentrate on the information without being distracted by unnecessary text and images.