In a series of fun and involving hands-on chemistry experiments, kids learn how to measure the volume of melted snow, determine the weight of water, and demonstrate the effect that cold temperatures have on air density. They will also demonstrate how the density of different liquids varies, construct a hydrometer, demonstrate the cohesive force of water, and show how a chemical reaction can create heat. Featuring color illustrations and safe, simple step-by-step instructions, Janice VanCleave shows just how much fun science can be.

Immiscible -- Clicking coin -- Chemical heating -- Radiation -- Cabbage indicator -- Drinkable acid -- Turmeric paper -- Wet only -- On line -- Full -- Meltdown -- Weighty -- Size matters -- Floater -- Compact -- Sinkers -- Riser -- Spraying water -- Phases -- Slime -- Springy -- Hot stuff -- Cold stuff -- Spreader -- Glossary.