Destroy This Book in the Name of Science! Brainiac Edition

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Paperback
$14.99 US
8.37"W x 11.75"H x 0.25"D  
On sale Oct 02, 2018 | 56 Pages | 9781524771942
Grades 2-4
Reading Level: Lexile 700L | Fountas & Pinnell X

Learn at home with the ultimate science activity book--just the right blend of fascinating information, art projects, and cool experiments to inspire budding scientists and parents looking for creative ways to enrich homeschool lessons!

Your mission is to DESTROY THIS BOOK!

All great scientists must be prepared to get their hands dirty in the pursuit of knowledge. But are you up for the challenge? You can build a hoop glider, press out turtle water racers, color an Einstein bobblehead, and much more!

It's time to put on your lab coat, grab your crayons and markers, pull out your scissors, and get ready to explore the world around you--all in the name of science!
Mike Barfield is an author, cartoonist, poet, and performer who has worked in TV and radio. When he isn't busy writing and drawing, he puts his university science degree to work performing humorous science-based shows and workshops at schools, libraries, festivals, museums, and bookshops. You can follow him on Facebook and on Twitter at @TheMikeBarfield. View titles by Mike Barfield
"They’re not kidding when they say destroy the book in the name of science—it’s packed with interesting things kids can cut out, color, and draw, as well as facts about important scientists." —Colorado Parent

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Learn at home with the ultimate science activity book--just the right blend of fascinating information, art projects, and cool experiments to inspire budding scientists and parents looking for creative ways to enrich homeschool lessons!

Your mission is to DESTROY THIS BOOK!

All great scientists must be prepared to get their hands dirty in the pursuit of knowledge. But are you up for the challenge? You can build a hoop glider, press out turtle water racers, color an Einstein bobblehead, and much more!

It's time to put on your lab coat, grab your crayons and markers, pull out your scissors, and get ready to explore the world around you--all in the name of science!

Author

Mike Barfield is an author, cartoonist, poet, and performer who has worked in TV and radio. When he isn't busy writing and drawing, he puts his university science degree to work performing humorous science-based shows and workshops at schools, libraries, festivals, museums, and bookshops. You can follow him on Facebook and on Twitter at @TheMikeBarfield. View titles by Mike Barfield

Praise

"They’re not kidding when they say destroy the book in the name of science—it’s packed with interesting things kids can cut out, color, and draw, as well as facts about important scientists." —Colorado Parent

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