Washoe County Library System

Why does a magnet pick up a paper clip but not a leaf or a penny? How can the whole world be a magnet? Follow the step-by-step instructions about how to make your own magnet, and then find out for yourself what makes a magnet! (Book jacket).

There is always time to conduct science experiments, because science never sleeps! 365 Weird & Wonderful Science Experiments gives you a full year of kid-friend experiments to try alone or supervised. This fact- and fun-filled book of science includes hundreds of simple, kid-tested science experiments. All of which can be done with items from around the house, and require little to no supervision! Whether you're making your own slime, rockets, crystals,...

Simple experiments introduce the basic concept of gravity and its relationship to weight.

Suggests experiments introducing magnets and magnetism, demonstrating the magnetic field and the properties, strength, and uses of magnets.

"Energy Lab for Kids, created for kids by a teacher, offers challenging experiments and guided discussions along with how-tos, discoveries, and pointers from prize-winning kids."--

Describes 101 science experiments or activities that can be done with household items and easily found ingredients.

Explains the senses and provides simple activities and experiments designed to show how they work.

Are you a budding scientist, engineer, or inventor? Tech lab unlocks your inner maker through 18 amazing step-by-step projects, from an automatic night-light to your own remote-control snake!

Introduces the scientific method, explains the role of the experiment, shows the steps involved in setting up an experiment, and looks at careers which use the scientific method.