Bring Science Home: Sets 1 – 5

Making scientific discoveries can happen both in the classroom and at home! In this ongoing set, Scientific American presents unique, science-related activities and projects involving everyday items, inspiring readers to explore the world of science around them. Including volumes of experiments having to do with Earth and space science, math, environmental science, physical science, food science, and more, this set is an excellent supplement to middle school curricula. Readers are guided through each project with step-by-step instructions. Extra ideas for expanding their scientific discoveries are offered at the end of most experiments. Thoughtful questions throughout engage readers with both the experiment or activity and the science concept it is exploring.

• Includes science fair ideas
• Each volume concludes with discussion of the scientific method
• Background and Observations and Results sections allow readers to make connections to science classroom learning