Matter matters! Introduce early readers preK-2 to matter and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out what matter is, the states of matter, and how matter can change. Readers explore the basic concepts of matter through carefully leveled, engaging text and bold photographs reviewed by Smithsonian experts. Additional facts and graphic organizers such as charts and graphs provide more information about physics concepts.
Whether solid, liquid, or gas, matter is everywhere! We need all states of it to live, from breathing air to drinking liquids. Students can take a closer look at the stuff that makes up our world in this engaging title.
What do a carrot and a kangaroo have in common? They're made of matter, just like everything else in the universe! Discover how we measure matter and how it changes, mixes, and reacts. These reactions make life possible.
Explores the science of materials and matter through seven simple experiments that can be done at home. Includes step-by-step instructions, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.
Simple step-by-step instructions for making ice cream without a machine in the kitchen. Also, introduces basic science concepts such as atoms and molecules, freezing points, dissolution, and more.
Matter matters! Introduce early readers to matter and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out what matter is, the states of matter, and how matter can change.