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Kate the Chemist: The Big Book of Experiments
Kate the Chemist: The Big Book of Experiments
Kate the Chemist: The Big Book of Experiments
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Kate the Chemist: The Big Book of Experiments

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25 incredible science experiments kids can do at home!

Introduce young scientists to the fascinating world of STEM!

*An Amazon Best Book of 2020*

Have you ever wondered how to make a volcano explode? Or why dropping dry ice in soap bubbles forms neon brains? With these 25 kid-friendly science experiments Kate the Chemist's big book of experiments, shows kids just how fun--and easy--it is to be a scientist.
 
Learn to make:


  • slime
  • fake tattoos
  • edible snot
  • and more!
  •  
    Each experiment includes step-by-step instructions, an ingredients list, full color photographs, a messiness factor rating, and a note from chemistry professor and science entertainer, Kate the Chemist!

    Create future engineers, scientists, and inventors, and introduce your child to the world of STEM with Kate the Chemist: The Big Book of Experiments!

    Praise for The Big Book of Experiments:

    "The experiments are all designed and presented in a way, not just to make science fun, but to make it accessible for all ages and interest levels. This is a great book to follow if you are currently homeschooling across multiple grade levels."
    --GeekMom.com
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherPenguin Young Readers Group
    Release dateMar 31, 2020
    ISBN9780593116173
    Kate the Chemist: The Big Book of Experiments
    Author

    Kate Biberdorf

    Dr. Kate Biberdorf is a scientist and a chemistry professor at The University of Texas. She has a PhD in inorganic chemistry and has published her work in Catalysis, Science, and Technology. Her 6-book series for kids with Penguin breaks down the image of the stereotypical scientist, while reaching those who may be intimidated by science. She has appeared on The Today Show, Wendy Williams Show, and Late Night with Stephen Colbert. She lives in Austin TX with her family.

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      Kate the Chemist - Kate Biberdorf

      Cover for Kate the Chemist: The Big Book of ExperimentsBook title, Kate the Chemist: The Big Book of Experiments, author, Kate Biberdorf, imprint, Philomel Books

      Philomel Books

      An imprint of Penguin Random House LLC, New York

      First published in the United States of America by Philomel, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC, 2020.

      Text copyright © 2020 by Kate the Chemist, LLC.

      Photographs copyright © 2020 by Dustin Meyer.

      Children’s photographs courtesy of Dr. Kate Biberdorf.

      Penguin supports copyright. Copyright fuels creativity, encourages diverse voices, promotes free speech, and creates a vibrant culture. Thank you for buying an authorized edition of this book and for complying with copyright laws by not reproducing, scanning, or distributing any part of it in any form without permission. You are supporting writers and allowing Penguin to continue to publish books for every reader.

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      Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data is available.

      Ebook ISBN 9780593116173

      Edited by Jill Santopolo.

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      It is important to keep safety in mind at all times. Children should ask permission from an adult and should be supervised by an adult whenever using sharp objects or kitchen appliances. The publisher and author are not liable for any injury that might result from the projects, activities, and experiments found in this book. Please see the below safety icons and make sure to observe them while experimenting.

      Safety Icons

      Cryo-Gloves/Work Gloves

      Latex Gloves

      Goggles

      Trash Can

      Sink

      Adult Needed

      CONTENTS

      TITLE PAGE

      COPYRIGHT

      DISCLAIMER

      INTRODUCTION

      BUBBLE SNAKE

      UNICORN GLUE

      EDIBLE SNOT

      FAKE TATTOOS

      SECRET MESSAGE

      ELEPHANT’S TOOTHPASTE

      SODA VOLCANO

      PUFFY SLIME

      MAGNETIC SLIME

      RAINCOAT

      MOON ROCKS

      MAKE A PRESIDENT SCREAM

      FOAMING SANDCASTLES

      GHOST

      POTATO NIGHT-LIGHT

      NEON BRAINS

      GLITTER BUBBLE VOLCANO

      DOUBLE BALLOON ROCKET

      DRY ICE BUBBLES

      LEMON-LIME CLOCK

      DANCING RAISINS

      LAVA LAMP

      TRAPPED TORNADO

      SNOW

      HOT ICE

      DEDICATION

      ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

      ABOUT THE AUTHOR

      INTRODUCTION

      Hi! My name is Dr. Kate Biberdorf, but most people call me Kate the Chemist. You can usually find me teaching classes in Austin, Texas, or setting off explosions on national TV. For years, I’ve been bombarded with requests for at-home activities; so over summer break, I embarked on a mission to compile my favorite science experiments into one awesome book!

      Do you know what chemistry is, besides being the best science in the entire world? It’s the study of energy and matter, and their interactions with each other. Like how a gecko climbs a wall or how a rocket moves through space. If you follow the protocols (i.e., recipes) in this book closely, you will learn how both of these things happen. I’ll even show you how to use unicorn glue and send a secret message to your BFF!

      Every experiment can be done safely in your home with materials purchased online or in local pharmacies, craft stores, or home improvement stores. Just pay close attention to the safety icons and

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