What is the warmest place in your house? Why should you wear light-colored clothing if you want to stay cool? Why is it cold in the winter and hot in the summer? This book lets you perform lots of fun experiments while learning all about temperature. Using simple materials, you can do everything a scientist does: conduct experiments, keep records, and draw conclusions from what you have learned. You will also get many ideas for follow-up experiments in case you decide to enter a science fair. The colorful illustrations make the book fun and easy to read. Gather up your materials and get ready to learn all about temperature!
Introduction
Thermometer Liquid Rises and Falls
Go on a Temperature Hunt
Moving Liquids by Temperature Difference
What Is Your Temperature?
Temperature and Evaporation
Temperatures All Day Long!
Temperatures Above and Below Ground
Sun, Color, and Temperature
Sun and Seasonal Temperatures
Earth, Sun, and Temperature
Diffusion and Temperature
Temperature and Chemistry
Temperature and Speed of a Chemical Reaction
How Cold Can You Make Water Ice?
Temperature of Melting Ice or Snow
Make Your Own Thermometer
Measuring Dew Point
Temperature and the Greenhouse Effect
Words to Know
Further Reading
Internet Addresses
Index
Books in the Sensational Science Experiments series are devoted to relatively simple projects. The page design seems busy, but the books are considerably brighter and more attractive than most books of experiments. Each presentation comprises a list of equipment, one or more illustrations (pictures, charts, graphs), and step-by-step directions. The books’ introductions provide useful information on topics such as the history and types of thermometers, advice for entering science fairs, and safety tips. Really Hot includes such experiments as observing diffusion in hot and cold water and measuring the dew point. Super-Sized explores topics ranging from determining the volume of a quart and a liter to the amount of air in a container of sand. Gardner’s clear, informal explanations are echoed in LaBaff’s colorful illustrations. Students, teachers, and home-schooling parents will find these books to be good sources for both ideas and explanations. Each book closes with a glossary and lists of recommended books and Web sites.
Sensational Science Experiments series. Each book offers a range of projects designed to teach specific concepts. While the text is excessively wordy, the experiments are interesting and easy to implement. A ribbon symbol denotes projects that may be appropriate for a science fair. Color illustrations include readily understood charts, graphs, and representations of the suggested experiments. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
Robert Gardner is an award-winning author of science books for young people. A retired high school teacher of physics, chemistry, and physical science, he enjoys writing, biking, and doing volunteer work.
