Most Popular Books by Shar Levine

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

Hours of entertainment and information on magnets.

From the creators of Scary Science, another fascinatingly fun book of experiments -- this time with a focus on winter! Science is fun all year round -- and here''s a book to prove it! This winter, kids, their parents and their teachers will be inspired to try these simple experiments inside, inspired by the freezing weather outside. Kids can learn to make their own ice cream, create an indoor avalanche and pick up an ice cube with just a piece of string. Also included are fun facts about icebergs, frost, "orange" snow and lots more cool winter science!

Examines scientific experiments to help improve your game.

Kids love the tub--and it makes a really cool "laboratory” for carrying out experiments that are gallons of fun. Find out why some toys sink but rubber ducky always floats. Make a "wave machine,” a water cannon that blasts mind-boggling explosions of liquid; zippy hydroplanes--or peer through periscopes and prepare perfect bubble solution. Every page bursts with brilliant drawings, and loads of photographs that display the entire process.

Learn about the human body by doing simple experiments and activities.

Learn the science behind what makes hockey so great! Ever wonder why hockey players tape their sticks? Or why they freeze pucks before a game (they do, you know)? From how pucks slide, to why sticks break, and which angle will get the puck where you want it to go, Hockey Science is a fun exploration of the science behind the great sport of hockey. Join mad scientists Shar Levine and Leslie Johnstone, the creators of Scary Science and Snowy Science, as they go behind-the-scenes of our country''s favourite sport with their usual sense of humour and wonder. Each page is full of fun experiments that budding hockey players can try on their own -- on or off the ice!

Plants that grow and blossom, intriguing wildlife, water and dirt, and the environment: by looking at all the wonderful elements of nature, kids will begin to discover science principles in everyday life. As they carry out experiments with handy items, they’ll uncover the reasons why leaves change color in the fall, why ants march in a line, and lots of life’s other fascinating mysteries. Young scientists will check out where seeds come from and cultivate their own. Take a close look at a ladybug’s spots and find out what they mean. See what happens when oil gets in water, what’s inside a rock, how to help the environment, and more.

"Super book... sure to be a hit with teachers and children who love ''to do science'' at home."--School Library Journal Even young children can understand the science behind the five senses, thanks to these simple explanations and safe experiments. Do people with big ears hear better than people with small ones? Test it out by making paper "ear trumpets" that amplify sound. Or, using everyday items, create an optical device that magnifies objects. Kids will learn what makes things feel hot and cold, how scratch and sniff cards work, why salt is salty and sugar sweet, and how all the senses work together.

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

Learning about nature, senses, weather and machines.

Learn extreme balloon tying techniques.

"Excellent...[A] strength of the volume is the accuracy and sophistication of the science that is presented, without losing simple sentence structure and the clear presentation of ideas."--Science Books & Films Wind and rain, snowflakes and sunshine: all kids wonder how the weather works. How can we forecast whether there will be blue skies or rain? Why do we have thunder and lightning? Answer these questions and more with entertaining experiments and other smart science activities geared towards youngsters in the second and third grades.

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.

When you see all the winged wonders in Paper Birds That Fly, you''ll want to bring each one to life and, using the materials in this kit, you can! More than simply folding paper, learn about how flight works, why wings work so well, and about actual diving and soaring patterns specific to each bird. These are just a few of the fabulous bird airplanes you can create: Blue Jays, Canadian Geese, Flamingos, Great Horned Owls, Robins, and 10 more beautiful birds--and that''s just what''s in the book! Everything''s here in this amazing kit--the full-color book Paper Birds That Fly, 50 sheets of special white paper, 10 sheets each of 6 brilliant colors, 4 colored pens, 1 plastic ruler, a kid-safe glue stick, and a pair of safety scissors. Bonus: a special stencil for tracing, and fabulous feather and wing patterns to give your birds real, authentic markings. Now just let your imagination take off and make 110 different paper birds--that fly like real ones!

Presents simple science experiments that create spooky, disgusting, and unusual results, with scientific and historical facts and information about how the experiments work.

Award-winning authors Shar Levine and Leslie Johnstone have cooked up a science success in the kitchen and made a splash in the bathroom, all by showing kids how to transform their homes into exciting science labs. Next stop: the backyard, where earthworms, snails, flowers, and other plants and animals provide the perfect environment for budding ecologists to begin their study of nature. Whether they’re testing a garden slug’s slime to see how sticky it is, finding and germinating fern spores, or getting down and dirty in the earth to see soil critters, children will love this array of fun outdoor science activities.

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

"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.

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

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

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.

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.

All about magnets and magnetism, with simple experiments to aid in understanding magnetism.

Have fun learning about science with these experiments.

Everyday Science is fun, easy, and useful! Each and every experiment in Everyday Science is guaranteed to make you think about the way things work. At the same time, you will learn how to make stuff you can use every day. Want a telephone in your room? You''ll enjoy making one for yourself, using one of the projects in this book. Or maybe you''d like to take pictures with a camera you''ve made from an oatmeal box or make a hand-warmer in a plastic sandwich bag. Every one of the 25 projects in this book can be completed with materials you find around the house. The simple, clear instructions and illustrations help you get each experiment right the first time you try it.

An in-depth guide explains how to put bugs, water, food, plants and pollen, and even parts of the body (like fingernails) under the scope for a close-up glimpse while also explaining how to identify the microscope''s different pieces and how to focus properly.

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

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

Join the international community of scientists and explore theworld''s most exciting discoveries . . . Build a simple machine like the ancient Egyptians might have usedto build the pyramids. Construct your own rocket thrusters tosimulate those used by U.S. astronauts. Make your own paper using a2,000-year-old recipe from China. These are just some of the exciting projects you''ll find in Sciencearound the World, a fun and fact-filled book of experiments andactivities highlighting scientific discoveries from throughouthistory that shaped the way we live. Travel from England toAustralia, Germany to Japan, Mexico to Canada, as you explore someof history''s most famous moments in physics, chemistry, biology,geology, and more. Each experiment includes a list of requiredmaterials, illustrations, and easy-to-follow, step-by-stepinstructions.

Take control! Kids build the remote themselves and gain hands-on experience with the science of light and energy. Includes everything kids need to build a working remote control (for use with home TV and VCR). Kids build and program this universal remote to discover how light and energy make channel surfing possible.

Now, it''s easier than ever before to give a party for your kids that''s inexpensive, entertaining, and original! Einstein''s Science Parties Easy Parties for Curious Kids How can you give a party that will excite your kids, impress their friends, and stay within your budget? Shar Levine and Allison Grafton say "Why hire a clown? Throw a science party instead!" And in Einstein''s Science Parties, they show how you can easily put together any number of 14 clever and inexpensive science theme parties. You''ll need just a few hours of preparation and regular household items to create unforgettable parties like, "Fossils and Dinos," "I Spy," "Color Your World," and "Slime Time." All activities are kid-tested and include clear-cut instructions, and easy-to-follow scripts. The book also includes fun illustrated invitations that can be photocopied and personalized.

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

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

Introduces the necessary materials, types of balloons, techniques, and step-by-step instructions for creating such balloon shapes as scorpions, motorcycles, spiders in a web, bracelets, mazes, and funhouses.

Pour tout savoir sur les coulisses du hockey, il suffit de feuilleter ce livre rempli de faits surprenants et inusités -- Pourquoi les joueurs appliquent-ils du ruban gommé sur la lame de leur bâton? Pourquoi congèlent-ils la rondelle avant un match? (Vraiment, ils le font ...) Avec humour et finesse, Shar Levine et Leslie Johnstone abordent l''aspect scientifique du hockey et suggèrent de nombreuses expériences que les jeunes pourront réaliser.

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