A group of characters introduces basic science questions and answers them using simple hands on projects. These fun projects encourage younger children to think about and investigate the world around them, while introducing them to fundmental science principles. Why does a ship float? looks at floating and sinking. Four characters use their experiences rowing on a pond, in the padding pool and at the beach to find out about and understand the science of floating and sinking. Topics include which materials float or sink? which shapes float well? and does air help things to stay afloat?
- ISBN10 0749644842
- ISBN13 9780749644840
- Publish Date 28 March 2002
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 3 May 2012
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Hachette Children's Group
- Imprint Franklin Watts Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 24
- Language English