First Encyclopedia of Science

Why do things float? How do magnets work? What is gravity? The answers to these questions and more can be found in this fact-filled book. Simple, easy-to-read text and lively illustrations introduce basic science topics. Also includes fun science activities and exciting recommended websites. Chapters in this book include: – What is science? – What do scientists do – Our Universe – What is the Earth made of? – The seasons – Weather – Living things – Cells – Plants – Animals – Your body – Bones and muscles – What happens to food? – Your brain and senses – Atoms and molecules – Solids, liquids and gases – How materials change – Energy – Forces – Hot and cold – Gravity – Floating – Friction – Magnets – Light and colour – Sound – Electricity – Computers – Science words