Water Play, Water Experiments, Floating Bodies, Science Experiments 

Why do some things float and others sink? Does a small, wide container hold more water than a tall, thin one? How can you make a toy boat that floats sink to the bottom of a bathtub? Let's Try It Out Let's Try It Out in the Water contains fun-filled activities that encourage young children to use familiar and safe objects found in their homes or classrooms to make observations about the world around them. Whether guessing how much water fills up a bathtub, or pretending to be searching for sunken treasure, children will be entertained while they begin to learn important and basic science concepts. In this innovative new series for young children, acclaimed science writer Seymour Simon and Nicole Fauteux encourage children to think about the world around them by engaging kids in fun and simple activities. Each book contains tips for parents and caregivers on how to create positive learning experiences for even the littlest of scientists. Charming and lively illustrations by New York Times best-selling illustrator, Doug Cushman, ensures that the Let's Try It Out series is as much fun to look at as it is to try out! - from Amzon