How much is one-half of something? How long is five seconds? How can I draw a star? Come and find out! How? By choosing one of the 50 simple activities in Janice VanCleave's Play and Find Out about Math. Your child will discover the answers to lots of fun questions as you team up to play together and explore the wonder of our world. Each activity includes illustrations, a list of easy-to-find materials, and simple, step-by-step instructions. Praise for Janice VanCleave's books: "Stunningly clear, direct, and informative projects." -School Library Journal "They not only teach children the basics of science, but also entertain along the way...great for kids." -Parentguide Also available ...Janice VanCleave's Play and Find Out about Science Janice VanCleave's Play and Find Out about Nature Coming soon ...Janice VanCleave's Play and Find Out about the Human Body Janice VanCleave's Play and Find Out about Bugs.

Children's curiosity is naturally piqued by things to do with their own bodies. They ask questions like: Why doesn't my hair hurt when it gets cut? Why do my fingers have ridges? Why do I get goose bumps? With this book, parents, and teachers will be able to help children find their own answers to these and other questions through playful and easy experiments. Large two-color illustrations show exactly how to do each activity. "More Fun Things to Do" section further explores each topic. Janice VanCleave (Texas) is a former science teacher who now spends her time writing and giving workshops. She is the author of over 30 children's books with sales totaling over a million copies.