Try This Extreme: 50 Fun & Safe Experiments for the Mad Scientist in You

Science can be extreme Let curious kids discover it for themselves in this fascinating book of hands-on science experiments that takes interactivity to a whole new level.

Weird, wacky science facts and basic principles are explained as a first step to launching these creative (and safe) science projects. Dynamic photos and art clearly highlight each step so kids can conduct experiments with confidence and accuracy. Projects involve kid-friendly subjects like force and motion and temperature and freezing points, and most experiments are based on materials easily found at home. Bonus projects throughout encourage curious kids to dig deeper and discover more

Author: Karen Romano Young
Publisher: National Geographic Kids
Published: 09/26/2017
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.90h x 8.00w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781426328633
Audience: Ages 9-12


Review Citation(s):
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2018 pg. 148 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw

About the Author
KAREN ROMANO YOUNG is a science expert and speaks to schools all over the country. She has written numerous books for children, including the National Geographic Kids Science Fair Winners series and Try This!: 50 Fun Experiments for the Mad Scientist in You. Before beginning to write her own science books she worked at Scholastic News, the classroom magazine. Karen has also written about science for magazines and books like Cricket, National Geographic World, and the Guinness Book of World Records.