Burlington Public Library

How is a pizza like a sandy beach? What makes sugar look like salt, but taste much better? Investigate how atoms bond together in different ways.

Provides information about chemical reactions, looks at their scientific applications, and includes photographs, illustrations, diagrams, fact boxes, and a glossary.

"Explore the incredible elements and compounds that make up our world, with this inspirational guide to chemistry."--Back cover.

"This artful and accessible guide to the periodic table--the ultimate reference tool for scientists worldwide--names all 118 chemical elements and helps young readers understand the remarkable ways we have learned to use them. Graphically stunning layouts feature each element's letter symbol and atomic number, exploring its attributes, characteristics, uses, and interesting stories behind its discovery. Complete with a comprehensive introduction,...

Different Kinds of Soil will help children understand the composition of soil, its layers, and what organic and inorganic matter is found in soil. Comparisons of soil particles help describe different types of soil, soils from different climates, how soil type effects plant and animal life, and the value of fertile soil.

"If you've ever played with building blocks, you know a bit about how atoms work already. They're the building blocks of nature. In fact, everything in nature is made up of the super-small particles called atoms! This accessible book is an inviting look at the basic units of all matter. Young scientists will discover how atoms combine to form elements and how they're used to produce energy. Fascinating fact boxes and helpful diagrams take the mystery...