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Ancient Science: 40 Time Traveling World Exploring History Making Activities for Kids
By Ed Shems (illustrator) and Jim Wiese
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Bibliographic Detail
Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
Publication date January 28, 2003
Pages 128
Binding Paperback
Book category Juvenile Non-Fiction
ISBN-13 9780471215950
ISBN-10 0471215953
Dimensions 0.50 by 7 by 10 in.
Weight 0.50 lbs.
Original list price $16.00
Other format details juvenile
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Summary
Combining history, culture, and science to focus on the milestones of science developed by ancient cultures, an activity book with more than thirty activities includes fascinating facts and clever tips on how to turn an experiment into a science fair project. Original. (view table of contents)
Amazon.com description: Product Description: Dig into the science of ancient times and unearth amazing discoveries!
* Have you ever wondered where paper comes from, who made the first known maps, or how the ancient Egyptians were able to build the pyramids?
* Would you like to make your own sundial, discover how to detect earthquakes, or learn to write in hieroglyphics?
* Are you looking for great ideas for your next science fair project?


If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, then Ancient Science is for you! From Greek lighthouses and Roman bridges to Chinese kites and Mesopotamian soap, you'll investigate some of the greatest scientific discoveries and the people who introduced them to the world. Dozens of fun-packed activities help you see for yourself how the earliest humans cultivated plants, why instruments make different sounds, how fireworks get their explosive power, and much more. All of the projects are safe and easy to do, and all you need is everyday stuff from around the house. So step back in time and take an amazing journey with Ancient Science!

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Paperback
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from John Wiley & Sons Inc (January 28, 2003)
9780471215950 | details & prices | 128 pages | 7.00 × 10.00 × 0.50 in. | Rec. grade levels 4-6 | 0.50 lbs | List price $16.00
About: Explores ancient scientific discoveries such as Chinese kites, Mesopotamian soap, and the wheel, discussing the people who made the discoveries and providing experiments and activities to help learn more about the topics.
Miscellaneous
Book cover for 9780471460374
 
from John Wiley & Sons Inc (April 15, 2003); titled "Ancient Science: 40 Time-traveling, World-exploring, History-making Activities for Kids"
9780471460374 | details & prices | 122 pages | List price $12.95
About: Combining history, culture, and science to focus on the milestones of science developed by ancient cultures, an activity book with more than thirty activities includes fascinating facts and clever tips on how to turn an experiment into a science fair project.

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