My Science Book of Hot and Cold by Neil Ardley
Part of a series of practical activity books, that includes simple experiments. Each book introduces a basic science concept through projects that can be carried out at home using everyday items. The book also includes tricks and puzzles, together with toys and models to make. While teaching basic science concepts, it encourages children to try new ideas and find out more. The photographs lead the child through the projects step-by-step. This particular book looks at temperature, finding out how to store heat in a homemade thermos flask or make ice cream without a freezer. Neil Ardley is the author of The Way Things Work.