Physical Science
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Simple Machines Book Set - Set of 6 books
“Wedges cut or separate objects,” “Force is put on one part of the lever. Another part of the lever lifts the load. Learn More -
What Are Inclined Planes? - A simple machine book
“A slide is a type of an inclined plane.” Clear, concise text, easy-to understand graphics, and dynamic photos with labels help early readers grasp basic mechanical concepts. Real world examples of simple machines at work. Learn More -
What Are Levers? - A simple machine book
“A seesaw is a type of lever.” Clear, concise text, easy-to understand graphics, and dynamic photos with labels help early readers grasp basic mechanical concepts. Real world examples of simple machines at work. Learn More -
What Are Pulleys? - A simple machine book
“People use pulleys to life heavy loads.” Clear, concise text, easy-to understand graphics, and dynamic photos with labels help early readers grasp basic mechanical concepts. Real world examples of simple machines at work. Learn More -
What Are Screws?
“Screws hold objects together.” Clear, concise text, easy-to understand graphics, and dynamic photos with labels help early readers grasp basic mechanical concepts. Real world examples of simple machines at work. Learn More -
What Are Wedges?
“Wedges cut or separate objects.” Clear, concise text, easy-to understand graphics, and dynamic photos with labels help early readers grasp basic mechanical concepts. Real world examples of simple machines at work. Learn More -
What Are Wheels and Axles?
“A fishing reel is an example of a wheel and axle.” Clear, concise text, easy-to understand graphics, and dynamic photos with labels help early readers grasp basic mechanical concepts. Learn More -
Gear Train Model
Three toothed wheels demonstrate the power of gears in motion, direction, and speed. Turn the knob on one wheel and all three move — and the middle one goes in the opposite direction (a great point of interest!). 15" x 6". Learn More -
Pulley Model
Demonstrate how small wheels with a grooved rim, a rope, and a block can change the direction and point of application of a pulling force and increase the applied force for lifting. Learn More -
50 Science Things to Make & Do - Science experiment & activity cards from Usborne
A perfect format for inquisitive children. 50 science activity cards break complex ideas into step-by-step instructions for easily understood experiments and brief explanations of basic scientific principles. Learn More -
Bite-Sized Science - Activities for Children in 15 Minutes or Less
A great parent/child activity resource with dozens of intriguing sound, sight, taste, touch, and smell activities. Most take 15 minutes or less to organize, do, and clean up! Some suitable for the classroom. Paperback, 109 pages. Learn More -
Nurturing the Young Scientist - Experiences in Physics for Children
Montessorian Meg Fedorowicz offers a blueprint for taking young children way beyond float and sink! This step-by-step guide provides the child with a thoughtful and organized way of experiencing the world and its workings. Learn More -
EZ Read Rain Gauge - Child-friendly weather observation tool
Observing and recording the weather opens doors to all sorts of science and mathematics activities. Bright red float and big numbers make it easy. Marks each ¼" of rain; fence or stake mount. Learn More -
Glass Prism - Functional prism for experiments with light
Children can set this prism in a sunny window and see for themselves what Newton discovered — a beam of visible light can be split into a rainbow when it shines through a glass prism like this. Learn More -
All the Colors of the Rainbow - A Rookie Read-About Science book
Delightful photos and close-up diagrams introduce younger children to the wonders of light, color, and rainbows. Simple text for early readers explains refraction, color, and the visible light spectrum. Paperback, 32 pages. Learn More -
Jumbo Thermometer - Weather observation tool
Your children can measure ambient temperature on Fahrenheit and centigrade scales, then perhaps record and graph their observations. A fascinating way to exercise observation, math, and writing skills. Clear, easy-to-read numbers; sturdy plastic. Easy to mount; 15". Learn More
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