Sinopsis
This superb collection of 300 history projects and scientific experiments provides hours of creative learning and gives amazing insights into how people lived and how things work. Clear photographs and diagrams with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions using inexpensive and accessible materials make the projects easy to do whether at home or in the classroom. Experiments and expert information explain basic scientific principles, while the skills and crafts of the past are brought to life by projects based on authentic designs, materials and techniques. This bumper collection of simple model- and costume-making projects, recipes and scientific experiments offers hours of creative fun and gives amazing insights into history, science and technology at the same time. Step-by-step instructions using inexpensive and accessible materials make the projects easy to do whether at home or at school. The projects are arranged to reflect different themes in science and history, from transport to entertainment, and each one carries it own important message. Children can learn, for example, about the balance of life by building their own aquarium ecosystem; about jet propulsion by making a rocket; or about Viking diets by baking bread from a very old recipe. Teachers and parents alike will find this book an invaluable resource for imparting knowledge while making learning fun.
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Acerca del autor
Chris Oxlade has worked as a writer, editor and consultant on over 70 books. He specializes in writing children's science and technology reference books. Struan Reid is an archaeologist and historian who has written a number of educational and reference books for children. His main area of expertise is writing history books aimed at a younger audience.
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