The perfect science fair idea books . Spectacular Science Projects Janice Vancleave's Electricity How do you make a battery out of a lemon? Can a magnet produce electricity? How does a flashlight work? Janice VanCleave's Electricity includes 20 simple and fun experiments that allow you to discover the answers to these and other fascinating questions about electricity, plus dozens of additional suggestions for developing your own science fair projects. Learn about electric charges with a simple experiment using modeling clay and a plastic straw; about voltage using a bowl, paper towels, and a raw egg; about conductors with some clothespins, aluminum foil, and a flashlight bulb; and much more. All experiments are safe, use inexpensive household materials, and involve a minimum of preparation and clean up. Children ages 8-12 Also available in the Spectacular Science Projects Series: Janice VanCleave's Animals Janice VanCleave's Earthquakes Janice VanCleave's Gravity Janice VanCleave's Machines Janice VanCleave's Magnets Janice VanCleave's Molecules Janice VanCleave's Microscopes and Magnifying Lenses Janice VanCleave's Volcanoes Janice VanCleave's Weather

 

This book features in the following series: Spectacular Science Project, Spectacular Science Projects .

There are 96 pages in this book. This book was published 1994 by John Wiley and Sons Ltd .

JANICE VANCLEAVE , the author of the popular Science for Every Kid series, is a former science teacher and a popular presenter at museums, schools, and bookstores nationwide.

This book has the following chapters: Wanderer. Movers. Stickers. Zap!. Glow Bulb. Charger. How High?. Flow Rate. Pathway. Lemon Power. Give and Take. Flashlight. Series. Parallel. Resistance. Protectors. Attractive. Pointer. Jerker. Generator. Appendix. Glossary. Index.