New Releases by Shar Levine

Shows how to turn your kitchen into a laboratory and perform all sorts of experiments with food, such as making sun tea, creating an acid/base tester, and gathering spores from mushrooms.

Presents various outdoor projects to teach about animals, plants, and nature, including creating a bird bath, ladybug bed, and sundial.

Provides information on the anatomy and behavior of a variety of insects and allows readers to examine photographs of the insects through 3-D glasses.

Provides instructions for science experiments designed to help children learn about machines, grouped in categories including levers, pulleys, wedges and screws.

Kids know bubbles are cool--but who would have thought they could teach basic science and math principles, too? It''s time for some good, clean, and smart fun with bubbly experiments that combine learning and play. Each page is delightfully appealing and filled with colorful, child-friendly illustrations. Watch one bubble "swallow" another. Prove that bubbles don''t like heat, don''t mind cold, and really, really like humidity. Bothered by adults always saying, "Don''t blow bubbles in your milk?" They won''t mind if it''s done in the name of science. So go ahead: get a straw, a glass of chocolate milk, and a timer and see whether soap or drink bubbles last longer. Find out how whales use bubbles to capture food and why soda fizzes. Make magic mixtures, bubbles that seem as if they''ll never burst, and lots more.

A book of scientific experiments revealing some of the mysteries of sound that combines learning about science, math and music. Uses commonly available materials.

An introduction to microscopes and magnification with experiments using such easily obtained materials as comic books, leaves, hair, and potatoes.

Readers can experiment with these projects, adapted for different grade levels, and come up with an award-winning science fair project that doesn''t require a lot of work. Projects include experiments with aromas, osmosis, why salt water doesn''t freeze, and more. Includes checklists and suggestions for doing research. Full-color illustrations.

A collection of handicrafts to make with gooey, slimy, yucky, strange concoctions.

Get ready to "rock the baby, " "walk the dog, " and "hop the fence"--because this very special and full-of-fun kit has everything you need to perform dazzling stunts with one of the world''s favorite toys: the yo-yo! First, there''s Awesome Yo-Yo Tricks, a

Get ready to "rock the baby," "walk the dog," and "hop the fence"--because this very special, full-of-fun kit has everything you need to perform dazzling stunts with the yo-yo! There''s "Awesome Yo-Yo Tricks," a guide to the greatest yo-yo tricks ever, designed especially for beginners. But of course, you can''t do the exploits without the Omega(tm) Firestorm(tm) yo-yo, giving you the advantage of its transaxle system for ultra high-speed and super-long spins to make even the toughest tricks easier!

"Whether they''re learning expert tricks like ''Warp Drive'' or just trying to attach the yo-yo to a string, kids will find a wealth of information and advice here....discuss(es) the history and physics of yo-yos....information about the structure and maintenance of various types of yo-yos, collecting and trading yo-yos, the National Yo-Yo Museum, and online sources of further information. The heart of the book, though, is its large section offering step-by-step directions for learning a variety of tricks, from the basic throws to expert moves, including impressive feats using two yo-yos at once. Many colorful photographs and drawings clearly illustrate the text....sturdy... paperback will be a useful guide for anyone intrigued by this popular toy."--Booklist. "...for instruction and range of tricks, this is an excellent choice that illustrates the joys of mastering the yo-yo."--School Library Journal.

Provides a variety of simple experiments investigating the science behind sound.

This activity kit teaches kids about the history and science of rocketry and comes with a real rocket that can be fueled with baking powder and vinegar. The rocket flies up to 25 feet in the air, and the illustrated, informative book includes experiments to make the rocket soar faster and farther. A surefire way to make learning fun!

"Learn all about the world you live in! With this book, you''ll learn how to find many special places around the world, from the great pyramids of Egypt to the house where you live. Then use the enclosed stickers to mark them on your very own globe"--Cover.

With this book you will find out such fascinating facts as: Why you''ll never sink in the Dead Sea; Why ants never worry about lice; Why scientists are interested in spider webs; Why your parents always tell you to brush your teeth. You will go eye-to-eye with sea horses, tiny fossils, red blood cells and more. From snail tongues to slimy teeth, read about all these fascinating objects -- and see them up close in 3-D! This book includes 48 pages of science facts, photos, and illustrations; a 3-D StereoFocus viewer; and 24 full-color stereographic cards taken with a SEM (scanning electron microscope) and a handy storage pocket. For ages 8-12.

"Harness the healing energy of crystals"! There is enough power in these small stones to influence health, emotional energy, and personal development. This therapeutic gift set holds all the knowledge and tools needed to explore the magic of crystals: "The Book of Crystal Healing" contains all the healing knowledge and science of crystals; eight special healing stones; "One flannel pouch" to keep and protect the crystals; and a "bail and cord" for making a necklace and holding your crystal, so the healing energy stays nearby.

Suggest experiments studying static electricity and electrical circuits, with easily obtained supplies. Includes historical information and glossary.

Relax your mind and calm your body with a magical elixir of essential oils. The fragrance will completely transform your space and mood. Everything you need to get started is in this gift set: "Aromatherapy for Mind and Body"; six 1/8 ounce bottles of 100-percent pure essential oils--peppermint, rosemary, lemon spike, lavender, fir, and petitgrain; plus an eyedropper for measuring, a diffuser ring for warming, and an atomizer for misting and spraying.

Hours of entertainment and information on magnets.

Explores the properties of light and color by means of experiments and analysis of various optical instruments including periscopes, and telescopes.

Presents basic techniques for using a microscope to observe and investigate a variety of materials that might be found around the house. Also includes experiments and ideas for science fair projects.

Provides information on the history of marbles, how they are made, different kinds of marbles, and the games you can play with them.

This series is filled with easy-to-do experiments that show kids how much fun science can be. With hands-on projects that teach about a variety of subjects-such as the ozone layer, the telephone, and fireworks, these books are sure to provide hours of enjoyment and discovery. Text copyright 2004 Lectorum Publications, Inc.

Las actividades de este libro ilustrado para niños y jóvenes enseñan cosas como la manera de hacer papel perfumado para borrador, construir tu propio invernadero, y cómo hacer crecer semillas en bolsitas de té usadas. Descubre qué es la contaminación y lo que ésta produce. Aprende cómo puedes frenar la contaminación mediante la conservación y el reciclaje. Crea tú mismo productos que no dañen el medio ambiente.

Shows how to make chocolate masterpieces including fondues and drinks. Certain recipes are designed for young cooks.