Book details
Janice VanCleave's Food and Nutrition for Every Kid: Easy Activities That Make Learning Science Fun
Description
How does milk help me grow? Where do vitamins come from? Do carrots really strengthen my eyesight? Find out these answers-in Janice VanCleave's Food and Nutrition forEvery Kid. To the delight of children, parents, and teacherseverywhere, America's favorite science teacher brings a welcomeaddition to the popular Science for Every Kid series. Through fun,safe, and easy-to-do experiments, Janice VanCleave teaches kidsages eight to twelve all about food and nutrition. Kids can learn about leavening agents by mixing baking soda withvinegar. They'll explore why different sweeteners vary insweetness, how to use natural food dyes to dye a T-shirt, and whatthe food pyramid is-plus much more. Each experiment is broken down into a purpose, list of materials,step-by-step instructions, expected results, and explanations thatkids can understand. Every project has been tested and can beperformed safely and inexpensively using ordinary householdmaterials.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
beginner
Length
240 pages
Book in series
#5
Why to read
- Engaging Learning Experience: The book provides a variety of easy and fun activities that engage children in learning about food and nutrition, making science accessible and enjoyable for every kid.
- Educational Value: Janice VanCleave's book offers a wealth of scientific information related to food and nutrition, helping children understand important concepts that are essential for their health and well-being.
- Hands-On Experiments: The activities included in the book are hands-on, which helps to reinforce learning through practical application. This experiential approach to education can enhance retention and comprehension of scientific principles.
- Foundation for Healthy Habits: By educating children about food and nutrition in an interactive way, the book lays the groundwork for developing healthy eating habits and an interest in science that can last a lifetime.