Simple Attractions (Phantastic Physical Phenomena Series) - Softcover

Grade 4-7?A collection of experiments related to magnetic attraction and static cling. Tomecek's purpose is to show that scientific facts can change as more information is gathered, and that the true beauty of science is the process of discovering why things happen. Before each project, he introduces the history and biography of a scientist who worked on the concept. He then outlines the experiment and includes a list of easy-to-find materials. The conclusions are cleverly set backwards within the text so that readers will need to use a mirror to check their answers. Ten's pen-and-ink drawings are animated and colorful as they further explain the text and emphasize the author's light, conversational tone. Appropriate cautions are provided, and definitions of selected words appear in the margins.?Blair Christolon, Prince William Library, Manassas, VA
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.

The focus here is upon teaching kids ages 8-12 how the world works, using hands-on experiments to reinforce facts. From learning the origins of static cling to testing theories about magnetic attraction, this holds plenty of intriguing ideas and experiments for kids. -- Midwest Book Review