Astronomy Lab for Kids: 52 Family-Friendly Activities

This book is beautifully organized and the experiments are great. The author does a great job of connecting experiments with the science, experiments with other experiments (building on the knowledge), and inspiring creative thinking about how the child could extend the experiment with their own flavor or twists. My kids have had fun with other experiments, but this takes things to a different level and really inspires critical thinking and investigation of the natural world around us. It starts from the beginning with a helpful guide on creating your own science journal and encourages constant note taking and recording the data all the way through. I look forward to doing all of these experiments and extending through the creative enrichments.

Great book, well organized, good teacher reference.

I love how fun and educational this is for my homeschoolers.

Great for kids

Grandson loves it

Book is interesting and has good color to it. Grandson had me order it for him. He loves reading it.

My niece (7y.o.) is very interested in science and LOVES doing experiments. Astronomy Lab is a great fit for her. She was engaged in the experiments, and the explanations for what is happening and why were easy for her (and me) to understand. The book is written to be fun, not like a textbook, and it was really enjoyable to spend time together learning (though it seemed it was really just fun). I would highly recommend this book as a great way to get kids and teens involved in, and more curious about, our world.

Very do-able experiences that provide illustrations for somewhat abstract concepts. Help your child grasp a variety of topics with these clearly written procedures. The 6 units covered include: Observing, Scope It Out (focus, telescopes, etc.), Size & Scale, Light/Motion/Gravity, Exploring Our Solar System, Seeing Stars. Each section includes "The Science Behind the Fun" offering thorough explanations and additional information for parents to share with their younger scientists. A "Creative Enrichment" note also includes ideas and tips for successful experiences.

Simple, clear, bright and well thought out. This book is a great companion for a young stargazer giving them simple and easy well thought out activities to do with great explanations and scientific background to each.