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The Space Science Handbook

32 Celestial Science Projects for Kids
Brief Description
Embark on an intergalactic adventure where you'll study bright galaxies, envision new planets, and explore futuristic technology in this imaginative science activity book for kids! The Space Science Handbook takes children on a tour of the cosmos through scientific experiments, creative projects, and demonstrations. In addition... Read More
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Embark on an intergalactic adventure where you'll study bright galaxies, envision new planets, and explore futuristic technology in this imaginative science activity book for kids!

The Space Science Handbook takes children on a tour of the cosmos through scientific experiments, creative projects, and demonstrations. In addition to exploring aspects of the solar system, extra-terrestrial life, and space technology, this book teaches vital scientific concepts and helps children consider sociological and philosophical implications of a future in the stars. Each experiment includes a mission brief, simple instructions and diagrams, and an explanation of the science at work!

Experiments include:

  • Atmospheric Pressure: Crush a can using the Earth's atmosphere
  • Turbulent Flow: Study turbulent flow using milk, food colouring, and dish soap
  • Space Sludge: Make magnetic slime
  • Emergency Battery: Create a battery from potatoes
  • Wearable Electronics: Create a signalling patch
  • and more!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781464225604

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 October 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Explore

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 171.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 320

About the Author

CARA FLORANCE is a biochemist specializing in catalytic RNA. She has a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from Iona College and a PhD in biochemistry from University of Colorado, Boulder. She lives in North Carolina with her husband and two children. Her little girls inspired her to create Brave the Elements, an online resource for parents to bring science into the home.

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