Forces & Motion: From High-speed Jets to Wind-up Toys (Investigate the Possibilities) - Softcover

Derosa, Tom; Reeves, Carolyn

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0890515395 ISBN 13: 9780890515396

Publisher: Master Books, 2009

Synopsis

Experience the science of fun!

In this new Investigate the Possibilities series for 3rd through 6th grade, elementary physical science comes alive!

This amazing full-color book is filled with 20 hands-on activities that ignite a sense of curosity about the wonderful God has made. Concepts are introduced in an engaging way - by highlighting the science behind kids at play, like rollerskating, skateboarding, and even running. By guiding students through these easy to understand investigations, they learn to explain, apply, expand, and assess what they have personally observed!

Learn how to:

• Determine the speed and motion of favorite toys
• Create a catapult and experience the mechanics of pulleys
• Set up a floating pencil race
• Discover why friction creates heat

Investigate the incredible world that God has created with science that is fun and educational in this comprehensive series!

About this title

About the Author:

Tom DeRosa taught chemistry and physics for over 30 years in public and parochial schools. Having a strong academic background in chemistry, he is presently an adjunct instructor in chemistry at Broward Community College. He holds a Masters degree in Education from Florida Atlantic University. He founded Creation Studies Institute in 1988, and holds the office of Executive Director of CSI. Dr. Carolyn Reeves and her husband make their home in Oxford, Mississippi, where they are active members of North Oxford Baptist Church. Carolyn retired after a 30-year career as a science teacher, finished a doctoral degree in science education, and began a new venture as a writer and an educational consultant. The Reeves have three children, three in-law children, and nine grandchildren.

About this edition

• Publisher: Master Books
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0890515395
• ISBN 13: 9780890515396
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 88