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School Library Journal
Reviewed on August 1, 2009
Gr 3-5 Each of the 10 standard-fare experiments in these books begins with a question such as "Do Plants Move Toward Light?" or "What Is in a Seed?" Readers are asked to formulate a hypothesis before beginning. Supplies are listed and step-by-step directions are given but not illustrated. The directions are mostly clear, but occasionally students may lack the vocabulary or background knowledge to answer the questions posed. Answers and a...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2009
These run-of-the-mill science activity books introduce readers to the basics of observation and simple experimentation using familiar or easily accessed plants and animals (including humans). Each activity begins with a science question (e.g., "Do Plants Move T...Log In or Sign Up to Read More