Students explore and practice brilliant discoveries from othe civilizations through readings and activities in this book.

Relying on the remarkable forces of science and nature, this material offers great ideas for performing illusions, magic tricks, and experiments.

This text draws on historical sources and popular imagery to make the case for the pedagogical opportunities - suggesting ways of putting intelligence, enjoyment and communicative power back into thinking with images.

Using game theory and examples of actual games people play, Nobel laureate Manfred Eigen and Ruthild Winkler show how the elements of chance and rules underlie all that happens in the universe, from genetic behavior through economic growth ...

Ehrlich (physics, George Mason U.) is dedicated to making the sciences fun and interesting, and though the conceit is "cute," the information it contains is dynamic and scientifically sound, posing interesting questions and speculations on ...

This is not your ordinary book of science experiments. This is a geek chic look at Spangler's latest collection of tricks and try-it-at-home activities that reveal the secrets of science in unexpected ways.

Project Earth Science: Astronomy, Revised 2nd Edition, involves students in activities that focus on Earth's position in our solar system.

Using found and recycled materials (string, marbles, plastic containers), you can create more than twenty bags of simple science experiments for use in school and at home.

Easy-to-make, kid-friendly projects sure to amaze, alarm and totally disgust unsuspecting friends and adults.

Harry's family (five school-aged children) and his best friend, Herbert, continued learning during their off school holiday vacation and adventure by observing the nature and playing games.