The Space Science Handbook

32 Celestial Science Projects for Kids

Cara Florance

$27.99

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English

Sourcebooks Explore
02 October 2025

Interactive & activity books & packs; Science & technology: general interest (Children's&YA); Space (Children's&YA); Educational: Physics

Embark on an intergalactic adventure where you'll study bright galaxies, envision new planets, and explore futuristic technology in this imaginative science activity book for kids!

Embark on an intergalactic adventure where you'll study bright galaxies, envision new planets, and explore futuristic technology in this imaginative science activity book for kids!

The Space Science Handbook takes children on a tour of the cosmos through scientific experiments, creative projects, and demonstrations. In addition to exploring aspects of the solar system, extra-terrestrial life, and space technology, this book teaches vital scientific concepts and helps children consider sociological and philosophical implications of a future in the stars. Each experiment includes a mission brief, simple instructions and diagrams, and an explanation of the science at work!

Experiments include- Atmospheric Pressure- Crush a can using the Earth's atmosphere Turbulent Flow- Study turbulent flow using milk, food coloring, and dish soap Space Sludge- Make magnetic slime Emergency Battery- Create a battery from potatoes Wearable Electronics- Create a signaling patch and more!

By: Cara Florance
Imprint: Sourcebooks Explore
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 171mm, Spine: 20mm
ISBN: 9781464225604
ISBN 10: 1464225605
Pages: 320
Publication Date: 02 October 2025
Recommended Age: From 7 to 10 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

CARA FLORANCE is a biochemist specializing in catalytic RNA. She has a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from Iona College and a PhD in biochemistry from University of Colorado, Boulder. She lives in North Carolina with her husband and two children. Her little girls inspired her to create Brave the Elements, an online resource for parents to bring science into the home.