Bounce: A Rubber-ific Read for Kids
Bounce: A Scientific History of Rubber is a fun and educational book for kids!
Discover the fascinating science behind rubber and why it bounces, stretches, and is so rubbery.
With engaging illustrations and easy-to-understand explanations, this book is a must-have for curious young minds.
This engaging and informative book takes young readers on a journey through the fascinating world of rubber.
Why Kids Will Love Bounce
- Engaging storytelling: The book uses a fun and interactive narrative to explain complex scientific concepts, making it easy for kids to understand.
- Fun illustrations: Entertaining illustrations bring the story to life and help kids visualize the different aspects of rubber.
- Interesting facts and experiments: The book is packed with fascinating facts and simple experiments that kids can try at home, making learning both enjoyable and hands-on.
- Relevant topics: Kids will learn about how rubber is used in their everyday lives, making the subject relatable and interesting.
A Closer Look
Bounce covers a wide range of topics related to rubber, including:
- The history of rubber and its discovery in the rainforest
- The science behind why rubber bounces, stretches, and is so rubbery
- The different types of rubber and their uses
- The impact of rubber on the world around us
Order Today
This book is a must-have for any parent or teacher looking for a fun and educational book for children.
It’s a perfect way to spark your child’s interest in science and the world around them.
Purchase your copy on and get ready for a rubber-ific adventure!
Bounce: A Scientific History of Rubber
Author
isbn 9781623543792
Pub Date 10/22/24
Synopsis
Ever wondered what makes rubber bounce?
Or why it’s stretchy?
And WHY is rubber so . . . rubbery?!
Learn the facinating science and history behind this ubiquitous material!
With sidebars, graphics, fun facts, and more, the history of rubber reveals plenty of fascinating secrets and surprises.
Elementary school readers will discover that early balls didn’t bounce; that people in the rainforest made waterproof gear from rubber thousands of years before Europeans got into the act; and that sneakers, bicycles, and cars created demand for more and more rubber!
Back matter includes a time line and a bit about the complicated implications of harvesting rubber.
Author
Sarah Albee
Illustrator
Eileen Ryan Ewen
Suggested Ages
6 to 9 years old
1st to 4th Grade
Genre
Science
Technology
Children’s Book
Bounce: A Scientific History of Rubber
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