Awesome Physics Experiments for Kids: 40 Fun Science Projects and Why They Work (Awesome STEAM Activities for Kids)

🔬 For The Investigator (Fluid Reasoning) This book is packed with physics experiments that explain the why, not just the steps. It’s perfect for curious learners who love asking questions, spotting patterns, and understanding cause and effect. Each activity invites problem-solving and discovery, making it ideal for logic-driven minds. 🧩 Also great for The Architect (Visual-Spatial) With clear diagrams, simple materials, and visual instructions, this book supports learners who process information best through imagery and hands-on exploration. It taps into spatial reasoning and creativity, offering an engaging way to “see” how science works. Whether you're building a balloon rocket or testing gravity with marbles, these experiments encourage critical thinking, independent learning, and scientific confidence—right at home. — #1 Maryland Homeschool Oversight Program

Great for the pre-teens.

good experiments that are easy to do and understand. we haven't done all of them yet, but the ones we have are good.

I bought this so my neices (3&5) and I can have structured quality time when I come over. I keep the book with me so it is our special activity. I pick out and prepare 1-2 activities prior to visiting. The 5 year old loves it so much she told me that when she grows up she wants to write science books for kids too! She isn't ready for all of the activities yet, but I'm excited because this book will last us years! This series is different and brilliant because how they challenge thinking, creativity, and learning. It isn't about just doing steps 1-x. It helps them learn why and think through what would happen if we incorporated x or y variables and form hypotheses. I highly recommend all in this series (I have outdoor, physics, and engineering) The 3 yr old enjoys "helping" her sister by handing her supplies lol.

Easy to read! Promotes curiosity! Pushes kids to be 'interactive'!

This book had a lot of really great information. I’ve been a high school science teacher for more than 10 years and I would have used any of these activities in my classroom, or I could have used them with my toddlers at home. The simplicity with which it is explained allows the use with many age groups. There was a lot of excellent explanation as well as scientific method processes and debriefing at the close of the activity. The tables, charts, diagrams, and glossary would be super helpful to anyone unfamiliar with the terms or measurements of science. I originally looked at this book as a resource for a workshop I am presenting at. It is a perfect, user-friendly guide. I highly recommend it.

Lots of good activities and experiments that can help teach kids

It was cool I guess I just thought I wouldn’t have to buy stuff I thought I would already have the stuff

My 8 year old grandson and I love this series Awesome Experiments which keep us happy and busy for hours, using mostly cardboard, straws, pipe cleaners etc. totally recommend the whole series