Learn a lot about science as you make models showing how things
work!
A spectacular model of an active volcano . . . a fascinating
representation of the solar system . . . scale reproductions of
atoms and molecules . . . In Janice VanCleave's Super Science
Models, America's favorite science teacher shows you how to make
these and other eye-catching science models that will help you show
what you know in class or at a science fair!
Inside, you'll find easy-to-follow instructions for 25 great models
that reveal the worlds of astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth
science, and physics. You'll also get helpful hints on displaying
your models, including advice on backboards, scale models, stands,
and other clever techniques. As with all of Janice VanCleave's
books, every project can be created at home or in the classroom
with safe, inexpensive materials. Through models of Earth's layers,
the states of matter, an electric circuit, and much more, you'll
discover how scientists use models to make it easier to describe
things and share their ideas. So get ready to have a great time and
impress others with what you've learned making these fun, fabulous
models!
Autorentext
JANICE VANCLEAVE is a former science teacher who now spends her time writing and giving science workshops. She is the author of more than forty children’s science books that have sold over two million copies and a resident science fair authority on discovery.com.
Klappentext
Learn a lot about science as you make models showing how things work!
A spectacular model of an active volcano . . . a fascinating representation of the solar system . . . scale reproductions of atoms and molecules . . . In Janice VanCleave’s Super Science Models, America’s favorite science teacher shows you how to make these and other eye-catching science models that will help you show what you know in class or at a science fair!
Inside, you’ll find easy-to-follow instructions for 25 great models that reveal the worlds of astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics. You’ll also get helpful hints on displaying your models, including advice on backboards, scale models, stands, and other clever techniques. As with all of Janice VanCleave’s books, every project can be created at home or in the classroom with safe, inexpensive materials. Through models of Earth’s layers, the states of matter, an electric circuit, and much more, you’ll discover how scientists use models to make it easier to describe things and share their ideas. So get ready to have a great time and impress others with what you’ve learned making these fun, fabulous models!
Zusammenfassung
Learn a lot about science as you make models showing how things work!
A spectacular model of an active volcano . . . a fascinating representation of the solar system . . . scale reproductions of atoms and molecules . . . In Janice VanCleave's Super Science Models, America's favorite science teacher shows you how to make these and other eye-catching science models that will help you show what you know in class or at a science fair!
Inside, you'll find easy-to-follow instructions for 25 great models that reveal the worlds of astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics. You'll also get helpful hints on displaying your models, including advice on backboards, scale models, stands, and other clever techniques. As with all of Janice VanCleave's books, every project can be created at home or in the classroom with safe, inexpensive materials. Through models of Earth's layers, the states of matter, an electric circuit, and much more, you'll discover how scientists use models to make it easier to describe things and share their ideas. So get ready to have a great time and impress others with what you've learned making these fun, fabulous models!
Inhalt
Introduction.
ASTRONOMY.
1. Line Up (Solar System).
2. Lighted Side (Moon).
3. Lookers (Telescope).
4. Around and Around (Constellations).
5. Splat! (Impact Craters).
BIOLOGY.
6. Stages (Metamorphosis).
7. Building Blocks (Cells).
8. Movers (Muscles).
9. Jointed (Joints).
10. Seed Makers (Flowers).
CHEMISTRY.
11. Hot or Cold? (Thermometer).
12. Different Kinds (Atoms and Molecules).
13. Different Forms (States of Matter).
14. How Much? (Measuring).
15. More or Less? (Acids and Bases).
EARTH SCIENCE.
16. Changing (Seasons).
17. Layers (Earth's Layers).
18. Blasters (Volcano).
19. Rock from Rock (Rock Cycle).
20. Slipping (Faults).
PHYSICS.
21. Weighty (Gravity).
22. Movers (Energy).
23. Pathways (Electric Circuits).
24. Attractive (Magnetism).
25. Easier (Simple Machine).
APPENDIXES.
1. Three-Paneled Backboard.
2. Layered Book.
3. Tab Book.
4. Box Backboard.
5. Flap Book.
6. Matting.
7. Tent Stand.
8. Lifter.
9. Pyramid.
10. Scale Model.
11. Large Circle.
12. Circle Stand.
Glossary.
Index.