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Overview
One of the most easily observed yet difficult topics to explain to children is weather. Discover Science: Weather by Caroline Harris introduces young readers to the atmospheric world around them, from sun and wind to climate and temperature. Readers can look at snowflakes in amazing detail, discover the water cycle, learn how rain forms in clouds, explore renewable energy, and take a first look at the devastating effects of pollution and extreme weather. With key vocabulary defined in the glossary, and hands-on projects at the end, this is the perfect introduction to this core science topic.
Make science accessible with this essential series that will capture children’s imagination while laying the foundation for future learning. With clear, simple language and a compelling design, Discover Science gives young readers the answers to fundamental questions about animal homes, birds, light and sound, materials and more.
Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780753473368 |
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Publisher: | Kingfisher |
Publication date: | 03/14/2017 |
Series: | Discover Science Series |
Edition description: | Reprint |
Pages: | 56 |
Sales rank: | 1,040,935 |
Product dimensions: | 7.50(w) x 9.80(h) x 0.20(d) |
Age Range: | 5 - 8 Years |
About the Author
Caroline Harris is a journalist and has worked on a number of children's books.
Table of Contents
What is weather? 6
Our star 8
Blanket of air 10
Changing seasons 12
World climates 14
Blowing around 16
Wild winds 18
Blue planet 20
Mist and clouds 22
Out in the rain 24
Stormy days 26
Wet and dry 28
Big freeze 30
Flakes of snow 32
Light shows 34
Extreme weather 36
Rain or shine? 38
Future weather 40
Project: Riding the wind 42
Project: Sun catcher 44
Project: Creating colors 46
Project: Swirling winds 47
Glossary 48
Parent and teacher notes 50
Did you know? 52
Weather quiz 54
Find out more 55
Index 56