Soda Bottle Science: 25 Hands-On Activities for Physical, Earth, and Life Sciences - Paperback

by Steve Tomecek (Author)

A thermometer, a water-cycle model, a wave machine, a greenhouse--these are just a few things students can make out of a simple soda bottle. This book features learning-rich, hands-on activities that teach about the weather, motion, changes in matter, ecosystems, and more. A fun and easy way to meet the National Science Education Standards! For use with Grades 4-8.

Author Biography

Steve Tomecek is an award-winning author of more than 50 nonfiction books dealing with science and technology for kids and teachers. He graduated from Queens College and began his career as a geologist working as an environmental planner and conducting research on climate change. For the past 30 years he has served as the executive director of Science Plus, Inc., a company based in New York City that provides science programs and consulting services for schools and organizations throughout the United States. Visit his website at www.dirtmeister.com.