It's about Time! Science Projects: How Long Does It Take?

By Robert Gardner

How long does it take bread to get moldy? Can you tell time using the sun? What is your reaction time? There are so many things to measure in the world around us. The ideas introduced in this book will help readers perform exciting and fun experiments. Some will even give your readers ideas for their science fair. All readers need are some simple materials, most of which can be found around the home, school, or neighborhood.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0766020126
• ISBN13: 9780766020122
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: Enslow Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.5" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 5

Customer Reviews

An enjoyable resource for grade-school aged children

It's About Time! Science Projects: How Long Doest It Take? by Robert Gardner is a selection of fun and educational experiments for young people, reflecting the central theme of time. It's About Time covers measuring time with the Sun; the water clock, the sand clock, the candle clock, the pendulum clock, reaction time, estimating time, and more. Whimsical color illustrations adorn the practical guidelines for a whole series of worthy science projects. It's About Time! is confidently recommended as an outstanding educational and enjoyable resource for grade-school aged children and would also be ideal for homeschool curriculum supplementation.