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Kitchen Science

By L Minter
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Kitchen Science by L Minter is a delightful children's book that turns the kitchen into an exciting laboratory. It introduces young readers to the wonders of science through fun, hands-on experiments using everyday kitchen items. With easy-to-follow instructions, the book encourages creativity and learning, making science accessible and entertaining.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in discovering the science behind everyday kitchen activities. It's perfect for curious young minds who love to experiment and learn how simple ingredients can be transformed using scientific principles.

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Kitchen Science is a collection of 30 STEM-themed activities for children, making use of everyday materials found in the kitchen.

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Kitchen Science is a collection of 30 STEM-themed activities for children, making use of everyday materials found in the kitchen. Learn about how microwaves work, why honeycomb is full of bubbles, how to make plastic out of milk, and much more.

With the added bonus of making some yummy treats as part of some experiments, what's not to love? This book provides an accessible and stimulating way to explore STEM themes at home. Each experiment is accompanied by an illustrated explanation of the science behind it and how it works.

AGES: 5 to 11

AUTHORS: Laura Minter and Tia Williams are two creative mums based in Sussex, UK. They started Little Button Diaries, their award-winning crafting and baking blog, in 2013 to show that having children doesn't mean you have to stop doing the things you love. Laura and Tia also write craft tutorials for craft superstore Hobbycraft and they have written many books for GMC Publications, including The Superhero Craft Book, The Dinosaur Craft Book, The Mermaid Craft Book, The Horrible Craft Book, and The Big Book of Dressing Up.

250 colour photographs, 100 colour illustrations

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Kitchen Science by L Minter receives praise for its engaging and educational approach to science through hands-on experiments. Reviewers highlight its simple, clear instructions and the use of everyday kitchen items, making it accessible for children to explore scientific concepts. The inclusion of fun activities like creating rock candy and lemon volcanoes encourages curiosity, and the 'Science Made Simple' sections help deepen understanding, making it a recommended resource for young learners.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781787081222

Publisher: Button Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 April 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Button Books

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 217.0mm

Height: 274.0mm

Weight: 590g

Pages: 128

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About the Author

Laura Minter and Tia Williams are two creative mums based in Sussex, UK. They started Little Button Diaries, their crafting and baking blog, in 2013 and its popularity has seen them blog for companies such as Paperchase, Laura Ashley, Halfords and Hobbycraft as well as contributing to The Sun and magazines including Creativity, Essentials and Mollie Makes. Tia has worked as an environmental adviser and studied Linguistics at university with a focus on child language acquisition and disorders. Laura was a primary school teacher and previously worked as a radio producer. Their previous careers have greatly informed the development of their blog and their books. Since 2016, they have written a variety of craft books for kids and parents such as; Science School, The Horrible Craft Book, The Big Book of 100 Little Activities, The Big Book of 100 Outdoor Activities, The Big Book of Dressing Up, The Pirate Craft Book, The Space Craft Book, The Superhero Craft Book, The Dinosaur Craft Book, The Mermaid Craft Book and Mini Makers.

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