A group of characters introduces basic science questions and answers them using simple hands on projects. These fun projects encourage younger children to think about and investigate the world around them, while introducing them to fundmental science principles. Why does a ship float? looks at floating and sinking. Four characters use their experiences rowing on a pond, in the padding pool and at the beach to find out about and understand the science of floating and sinking. Topics include which materials float or sink? which shapes float well? and does air help things to stay afloat?

 

This book features in the following series: How What Why ?, How? What? Why? .

There are 24 pages in this book. This book was published 2002 by Hachette Children's Group .

Stewart Ross is a popular children's author. He has written many books on historical subjects, both fiction and non-fiction.