Hot and Cold (Start-Up Science)

Children's Literature - Ru Story-Huffman

This "Start-Up Science" book is designed to teach children the differences between hot and cold items. The aim of the book is to answer questions that children may have about the subject at hand. The book also includes activities that can be carried out at home or school. Some of the activities require adult supervision and special materials. Children are provided an introduction to each topic, a section titled 'Did You Know?' and information which can be used in everyday lives. Specific topics include 'What is Temperature?' 'Keeping Warm,' 'Fire and Heat,' 'Cold Things,' 'Melting and Freezing,' and 'Snow and Ice.' The book is illustrated with photographs and drawings, and also includes a glossary of terms and an index. This book would be useful in a primary science classroom. This book would also be useful in a home school environment.