A comprehensive science reference book covering key topics from gravity, flight and floating to genes and DNA, with clearly written explanations and superb photographs and illustrations. QR codes for each topic provide instant access via a mobile phone or tablet to over 180 video clips of experiments, animals in their habitats and animated lessons that enhance the information in the book. Includes links to an additional 1000 recommended websites for further study and homework help via the Usborne Quicklinks website. With a glossary of 1,500 scientific terms, as well as key dates and biographies of scientists and inventors, and 140 simple experiments for children to try at home. An exciting reference book that will stimulate children's curiosity and inspire the scientists of the future.

Facts, quizzes, experiments, and illustrations link basic scientific principles with everyday life.

Contains experiments, activities, A-Z dictionary, review questions and suggested websites for each topic.

Contains explanations of more than 2,500 scientific terms, covering materials, mixtures and compounds, energy, forces and motion, Earth and space, light, sound and electricity, plants and fungi, animals, and the human body; and includes listings for 1,000 recommended Web sites.

A comprehensive reference book covering everything from planetary physics to genes and DNA. With a glossary of 1,500 scientific terms, key dates, biographies of scientists and inventors and 140 experiments to do at home. QR codes allow readers to access hundreds of carefully selected websites, resources and quizzes - straight to a mobile device.

Contains clear explanations of more than 2,500 scientific terms, and includes listings for 1,000 recommended Web sites.

"With 1,000 recommended web sites"--Cover.

"You do have control over what and how your child learns. The Well-Trained Mind will give you the tools you'll need to teach your child with confidence and success."--BOOK JACKET.

Introduces major topics in the sciences, and suggests related activities.