Professor Figgy’s Weather and Climate Science Lab for Kids provides 52 exciting projects and educational activities, both inside and outside the home, to explore the fascinating, ever-changing, and universal subject of weather.
As champion of educational fun Jim Noonan (aka Professor Figgy)
guides you through the topics of weather and climate through fun and easy activities , he also teaches the importance of affecting change in the world,
through the lens of our climate’s uncertain future .
With a
foreword by DIY trailblazer Martha Stewart , this comprehensive, hands-on weather and climate learning resource collects captivating activities
covering subjects such as:
- The Atmosphere
- Sun & Clouds
- Wind & Rain
- Severe Weather
- Pollution & Climate Change
Each experiment includes:
- Easy-to-find Tools & Materials
- Safety Tips & Tricks
- Step-by-step How-To Instructions
- The Science Behind the Fun
- And, a bit of a trivia—featuring people of interest, historical events, and facts and figures that ground the ideas in the real world and diversify the learning experience
The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics , including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to create your own circus—all authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.
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Martha Stewart is the author of dozens of best-selling books on cooking, entertaining, homekeeping, gardening, weddings, and decorating. She is the host of The Martha Stewart Show, the Emmy-winning daily syndicated television program, and founder of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, which publishes several magazines, including Martha Stewart Living; produces Martha Stewart Living Radio; and provides a wealth of ideas and information on her website.