Hands-On Science: Motion -- Lola M. Schaefer, Hardcover

Press Here meets Bill Nye the Science Guy in this interactive STEM picture book about forces and motion.

Welcome to the physics lab! In this picture book, young scientists use their imagination to bring experiements to life. They poke whipped cream in the illustrations, tilt the book to roll a ball down a ramp, and slide beanbags to test friction. After predicting what will happen next, eager readers turn the page to see the results.

Educator and author Lola M. Schaefer draws on her years in the classroom to make science fun and accessible. Back matter encourages kids to notice the pushes and pulls all around them and includes a simple physics experiment.

Author: Lola M. Schaefer
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
Published: 02/27/2024
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 9.13h x 9.21w x 0.55d
ISBN: 9781623542450
Audience: Ages 4-8

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 12/15/2023
School Library Journal 12/15/2023 pg. 1

About the Author
Lola M. Schaefer was a classroom teacher in grades K-7 for eighteen years. She began writing books for children because she saw how important a good book was to each of her students. Lola is now a writing consultant and the author of more than 275 children's books. She and her husband live in the mountains of north Georgia.

Druscilla Santiago is the illustrator of the Hands-On Science series. When not at the drawing board, she can be found enjoying a good laugh and a sweet treat with her family on the island of O'ahu. www.adventurefun.club