Discover It Yourself: Batteries, Bulbs, And Wires

By (author) Glover, David; Illustrated by Vaisberg Diego
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With projects ranging from building a basic battery-connected circuit to a do-it-yourself burglar alarm, this hands-on science book will help children get to grips with electricity and magnetism.
Description

A vibrant and hands-on approach to practical science experiments. Discover it Yourself: Batteries, Bulbs and Wires is packed with scientific facts, experiments and activities.

Keen scientists can discover how magnets work, what makes a conductor or insulator and how electricity is helping environment. After learning the essential key facts, children can find almost everything they need for the corresponding experiments around the home, with the materials and instructions simply, safely and clearly presented. Written by David Glover, this STEM-focused book will show readers how to levitate a paperclip, a buzzer game, an electric circuit a compass and much more.

Biographical note

David Glover has worked as a research scientist and as a teacher of math and science. He has written bestselling math and science books for all ages, from elementary schoolchildren to university students, including many titles in the Discover It Yourself series. He loves challenging puzzles and problems!

Diego Vaisberg, DGPH art director, working as a designer and illustrator. Also working in product and design department for Ink-co kids accessories brand, and professor since 2014 at Editorial design and Illustration at the Palermo University, Buenos Aires.

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With projects ranging from building a basic battery-connected circuit to a do-it-yourself burglar alarm, this hands-on science book will help children get to grips with electricity and magnetism.