First published 2012
Three curious children embark on a series of solar experiments using everyday items from around their homes. Armed with simple materials and step-by-step instructions, they harness the sun's energy in creative ways. Each project presents new questions that drive the children to test their ideas outdoors. The sun becomes their constant companion and teacher as they learn through direct experience rather than abstract concepts. Their discoveries unfold naturally as they work through each experiment together. Parents and teachers gain a practical resource for demonstrating solar energy concepts. The children's journey shows how scientific learning happens best when young people can touch, build, and observe results for themselves.
Genres: science, science-fiction, technology
Vibes: educational, hands-on, informative, inspiring, thought-provoking
Tropes: educational, hands-on-learning, learning-through-experience
32 pages · Paperback · Sunstone Press