Kitchen Science Lab for Kids

Kitchen Science Lab for Kids Synopsis

Inspire a lifelong passion for science with these physics, chemistry, and biology experiments for kids-all using common household tools and ingredients!

In Kitchen Science Lab for Kids, mom and scientist Liz Lee Heinecke presents 52 family-friendly labs that introduce fundamental scientific principles in a fun and accessible format.

Following clear, photo-illustrated step-by-step instructions, have fun exploring:

• Microbiology by growing your own microbe zoo on a homemade petri plate.
• Rocket science by making and launching bottle rockets, using water and a bike pump.
• Physics-marshmallow slingshots serve as a lesson on the transformation of energy and an egg-throwing experiment demonstrates the law of motion.
• And so much more! Other great projects explore the exciting science of crystals, static electricity, acidification, and solar energy.

• Tips for keeping a science journal.
• Suggestions for taking your experimentation to the next level with "Creative Enrichment."
• Accessible explanations of "The Science Behind the Fun."
• Safety tips and hints.

Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels.

Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.