(4) K-3 Illustrated by Steve Harpster. After posing a question ("Why do I have spit?" "What can a magnet pick up?"), each double-page spread presents a simple experiment to answer it, followed by a brief explanation of what happened. Materials and instructions are clear, and explanations are easy to understand (if occasionally partial). The cartoon illustrations and some diagrams help clarify these kid-friendly experiments. Ind. Review covers these titles: First Science Experiments: The Amazing Human Body and First Science Experiments: Magnet Power!.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Steve Harpster. After posing a question ("Why do I have spit?" "What can a magnet pick up?"), each double-page spread presents a simple experiment to answer it, followed by a brief explanation of what happened. Materials and instructions are clear, and explanations are easy to understand (if occasionally partial). The cartoon illustrations and some diagrams help clarify these kid-friendly experiments. Ind. Review covers these titles: First Science Experiments: The Amazing Human Body and First Science Experiments: Magnet Power!.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Dave Garbot. Photographs by Michael Hnatov. From making a red cabbage acid/base tester to salting ice, several dozen simple experiments in physics, chemistry, and biology are well conceived and clearly delineated in this book. Clear lists of materials and bright photos of children following the instructions accompany each experiment. Occasionally a time estimate is missing; otherwise, these instructions are feasible and interesting. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) K-3 First Science Experiments series. Illustrated by Steve Harpster. An assortment of easy science experiments successfully illustrates basic weather principles. Most experiments require only a few commonly available materials, and safety is emphasized. Experiments are paired with text that explains weather phenomena and interprets the results of the exercise; cartoon illustrations add whimsy but provide little assistance. Ind.

Reviewer: CHristine Sarrazin

(4) K-3 First Science Experiments series. Illustrated by Steve Harpster. Each of the five senses has a section in this book, with a brief introduction and several experiments that answer questions for each one. Bright cartoons illustrate the text, which emphasizes tricky application, such as locating one's blind spot or determining the role of smell in taste. The tone is lively, and the information, though sometimes sketchy, is accurate. Ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(3) 4-6 Chapters on the physics of sound waves, how the body perceives sound, what distinguishes music from noise, and how instruments make music are filled with appropriately advanced experiments expanding on the concepts. Most of the experiments use simple materials; some call for access to instruments. Color photos illustrate the experiments, while cartoons add interest and humor. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Anita L. Burkam

(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Dave Garbot. Photographs by Jeff Connery. From a simple, familiar sink-and-float experiment to the more complicated construction of a miniature diving bell, this book covers a wide array of science experiments that can be performed in water. Clear descriptions of how to perform and understand the experiments, as well as photos of the different steps involved, make the book particularly easy to use. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jim St. Claire