First Science Library: Up in the Air

First Science Library: Up in the Air features 17 easy-to-follow experiments for learning fun. Discover the principles of flight and understand how weather works! You can test whether air weighs anything, see how the shape of a dart helps it to fly, make a parachute, and much more.

Fun photographs and illustrations show youngsters carrying out the practical projects in simple stages, making learning both accessible and enjoyable. This book is perfect for school use by 5- to 7-year-olds and contains guidance notes for grown-up helpers teaching children at home. A full glossary explains all the scientific terms used.

Does hot air rise? Can air be used to lift things? Can it keep things warm? How do wings work? All of these questions and many others are answered in this exciting book, which explores the wonders of our atmosphere. You can make a miniature windmill, see bubbles of air in water, and create your own weather vane to test the wind's direction.

This series introduces younger readers to science in a structured but interesting way. Each book explores a different aspect of science. Fun activities encourage young children to explore and learn about the world around them, complementing the scientific points outlined in the simple introductory text.