Staff Picks
Homeschooling Physics
- Laura Rogers
- Thursday, August 08, 2019
Collection
Ready to build a pulley? Want to play around with simple machines? Interested in making a simple battery? Studying physics is the perfect excuse to get creative with light, motion, electricity, and much more.
Engineer your physics lessons for free at your library.
Light Waves
Published in 2018
"An introduction to the physics of light for young readers, with an overview of photons, transparency, the electromagnetic spectrum, and the mechanics of reflection"-- Provided by publisher.
Simple Machines
Wheels, Levers, and Pulleys
Published in 2015
Kids use simple machines every day without realizing it. Teeth are wedges and so are knives, forks, and thumbtacks. Many toys such as slides, which are inclined planes, and seesaws, which are levers, are also simple machines. Two appealing kids and their comical cat introduce levers, wheels, pulleys, inclined planes, and more, and explain how they work. This lively introduction to physics will get kids excited about how simple machines simplify our lives.
Music
The Sound of Science
Published in 2018
Learn how STEAM subjects are involved in making music. Includes experiments, activities and other resources.
Science Stunts
Fun Feats of Physics
Published in 2016
Introduces the laws of physics through twenty-five interactive experiments, including instant ice, straw symphony, and lemon liftoff.
Physics Lab in a Housewares Store
Published in 1996
Explores such topics in physics as levers, friction, heat transmission, and density with experiments using common household utensils.
Ace Your Physical Science Project
Great Science Fair Ideas
Published in 2010
"Presents several science projects and science fair ideas that use physics"--Provided by publisher.
Wheels! Science Projects with Bicycles, Skateboards, and Skates
Published in 2010
"Presents several science experiments and science project ideas using physics and bicycles, skateboards, and roller skates"--Provided by publisher.
Physics
Published in 2008
Uses cartoon-style characters and everyday situations to explain the basic elements of physics.
Building a Roller Coaster in Minecraft
Published in 2019
"Using the fun, interactive world of Minecraft and key concepts in STEAM, two teachers developed the Minecraft and STEAM series to be used in and out of the classroom. In Minecraft and STEAM, students discover that Minecraft isn't just a game, it's a tool that can be used to learn about real-world science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Building a Roller Coaster in Minecraft focuses on science but includes other STEAM concepts in the sidebars. Includes table of contents, glossary, index, sources for further reading, and an extension activity"-- Provided by publisher.
Castle Attack
Make Your Own Medieval Battlefield
Published in 2017
"Make your own miniature medieval battlefield with ordinary items found around your house or school! Step-by-step instructions are used in this book to demonstrate basic engineering and physics skills for kids."-- Provided by publisher.
Ready, Aim, Launch!
Make Your Own Small Launchers
Published in 2016
"Send paper clips flying with your own miniature launcher! Step-by-step instructions are used in this book to demonstrate basic engineering and physics skills for kids."-- Provided by publisher.
Move It!
Motion, Forces and You
Published in 2005
A simple introduction to the physics of how and why things move.
Smash It!, Crash It!, Launch It!
50 Mind-blowing, Eye-popping Science Experiments
Published in 2006
Examines some fun science experiments. Crash, boom, bang: destroy! There's nothing children love more than the satisfying smashing and bashing of things being demolished. They always do it for sheer amusement; now they can do it in the name of science. And they'll enjoy it so much that they won't even think they're learning physics as they're wrecking stuff. Just imagine the expression on kids' faces as they watch a microwaved marshmallow grow bigger...and bigger: up to four times its size. Will it blow up? Think of the delight as they power cardboard racecars with ordinary balloons or launch homemade rockets. All the scientific terms are explained in language that children will both understand and appreciate--and the safety precautions make sure the science stays fun and worry-free.
Making Machines with Screws
Published in 2015
"A hands-on approach introduces young scientists to screws. Science theory and practical, fun projects teach the physics and the technology behind this simple machine. Important science curriculum is explained through historical and contemporary examples of screws. Step-by-step projects range from the simple to the more challenging."-- Provided by publisher.
Making Machines with Wheels and Axles
Published in 2015
"A hands-on approach introduces young scientists to wheels and axles. Science theory and practical, fun projects teach the physics and the technology behind this simple machine. Important science curriculum is explained through historical and contemporary examples of wheels and axles. Step-by-step projects range from the simple to the more challenging."-- Provided by publisher.