Stay Curious and Keep Exploring: Next Level: 50 Bigger, Bolder Science Experiments to Do with the Whole Family

by Emily Calandrelli

A new book of 50 bigger, bolder, next-level STEAM experiments for the whole family, including even more diverse science biographies and stories, from Emily Calandrelli, host of Netflix's Emily's Wonder Lab and author of the national bestseller Stay Curious and Keep Exploring.MIT engineer Emily Calandrelli follows up on her debut national bestseller to share 50 big, bold new experiments that sparkle, bubble, and explode. She artfully explains the science behind them and connects each one to STEAM concepts found in the world. Using easy-to-find everyday items you can find at the grocery store and beyond, learn to think like a scientist and slimes that react to ice and heat and learn about thermochromismDancing Oobleck to discover the power of static electricityA Mentos SodaSplosion to unlock the power of nucleation pointsHot ice to learn about supercoolingEgg geodes to play with supersaturated liquids and crystallizationA self-propelling boat to learn why water beads up on plant leavesGlow-in-the-dark turmeric to experiment with fluorescent materialsAnd more!There are also Make-a-Hypothesis! and Try This! prompts to experiment within the experiments, as well as science jokes, interactive elements, and diverse bios of influential science figures around the world, for every budding scientist ready to take their STEAM curiosity to the next level, Stay Curious and Keep Next Level is the perfect companion for making STEAM learning fun and accessible.EVERYONE LOVES Common Sense Media calls Emily Calandrelli “the science teacher we all wish we had as young kids.” And Bill Nye the Science Guy celebrated the first Stay Curious book with these “Here are 50, count 'em, 50 home experiments you can count on. Each is a crowd, or home experimenter, pleaser. Emily wrote this book for kids of all ages, and it’s full of references to women who changed the world—with science. It doesn’t matter where you start—be curious; open to any page; take some notes; Emily will keep you exploring.” This new volume features 50 brand-new experiments to keep the fun and learning going.GREAT FOR SCIENCE FAIR & HOMESCHOOL A must-have for parents and homeschool educators! Colorful illustrations accompany every experiment, along with instructions and materials you'll need to get started, sections to record notes, and real-life examples connecting your STEAM experiment to the world around you. There are also fascinating facts about important people to know in science history.GIFT FOR SCIENCE KIDS & NON-SCIENCE With experiments that use supplies that can be easily found at home or online, this book makes a fantastic gift for parents, kids, clubs, schools, and teachers for events from playdates and birthday parties to rainy-day indoor activities.Perfect of Emily’s Wonder Lab, Emily Calandrelli and her social media channels, and Stay Curious and Keep Exploring looking for their next experiment bookParents, grandparents, caregivers, and teachers looking for engaging activities and STEAM projects for kids ages 5-12Birthday, graduation, holiday, or summer activity gift for kids and families int

Genres: Childrens

175 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 5, 2024

Reviews

[Jennifer M Outlaw · Rating 5 out of 5]

My boys and I loved Emily’s first book so it was a no brainer that we were absolutely going to get her second book of experiments the day it came out. As a mom who loves science and wants my boys to also love science I sometimes get overwhelmed trying to find ways to bring science into our home without it becoming overly complicated. Emily’s book has solved this problem. The experiments are fun and interesting AND easy for anyone to plan and do. No crazy expensive or hard to find items needed.

Oh and the book itself is just beautiful. I love the layout and all of the colors!!

[Ivy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has fun science experiments that kids and grownups alike can do. The experiments are broken into categories and denote which are great for young scientists and which experiments require an adult lab assistant. Each experiment includes some fun facts, a conversation with a young scientist and Emily about the experiment, and some even include some ways you can modify the experiment. While I haven't tried any of the experiments, the instructions appear easy to follow and give some helpful tips. This book would be great for families to do together over the summer. Highly recommend for families with elementary aged children or with aspiring scientists.

I received an eARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

[Emily Rengers · Rating 5 out of 5]

An inspiring book that makes science fun and accessible for everyone!

This book is a wonderful resource for learning and getting excited about science in a friendly, non-intimidating way. It's a real treasure, especially for families looking to create lasting memories together. The book combines engaging reading with hands-on experiments, making it an inspiring journey for both children and adults. Plus, it includes personal stories and encouraging words from Emily, adding a unique touch of inspiration. Don't miss out on this gem!

[Kyra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ebook received for free through NetGalley

I hadn’t read her previous book but follow the author on instragram and love her account. When she posted about this book I found it on NetGalley and just skimmed through it. I found it really neat! I love all the experiments and love that they range from super simple I have the ingredients to more exclusive. The layout with the images, introduction, and questions for each experiment is perfect. I’m seriously debating preordering this for my girls.

[Air · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loooooooved this!! This is the exact thing my daughter would love to sit and pick out all the things she wants to try. It’s educational yet fun and has just as many experiments that kids can do on their own. I loved how they were broken into categories as well. Such a fun and scientific book, we need more!!

Thank you NetGalley!

[Erin Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book…like her other one…is perfect. It’s great for a rainy day..or for playdates… or for family fun. The experiments are simple enough to be able to do at home but not so simple that the kids get bored. My kids age 9 and 5 are both enthralled by the experiments themselves but also by the extra little bits she puts in. 10000000% recommend

[Geo Vittoratos · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book of fun (and accessible) experiments for kids. I love the “conversation” to describe The Science of a given experiment. It packs a punch of info, but easily digestible. Highly recommend this book for teachers!

[Alyssa McNeill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bought this book at one of Emily’s book signings! My little girl LOVES science and we love doing experiments! She looks up to Emily and myself as we’re both scientists and love to share the world of science with others! Buy this book for your little one who loves science!!

[Angela Kirk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Get your kids interested! Get adults interested! This was written by a scientist but also a busy mom so she just gets it! Can’t wait to do them all!! And don’t forget to grab the first one!!

[AMY · Rating 5 out of 5]

Emily is an inspiration in my house! My two girls are obsessed with her science experiments!

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book of science activities that kids will love!

[Jenny Ley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Perfect for kids of all ages!

[Lela Horning · Rating 5 out of 5]

The PERFECT book for both my 9 year old and 5 year old. They are both homeschooled and love playing and experimenting! Both of her books fit perfectly into our school time and playtime.

[Susie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Emily single handedly got us through the first year of the pandemic with her show. We are lifelong fans! This book not only great experiments but also great details on science in general.

[N.J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easy and fun experiments. Nice that the majority of the stuff needed is household items. Will be using some of these in the classroom. Hands on stem is always a crowd pleaser.

[Kim MacKenzie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book! The experiments are even better than the first book.

[Camree Blackmon · Rating 5 out of 5]

My son loves doing experiments from Emily! He’ll tell me the first step is to collect all his materials! He’s going to love science for a long time because of this book I can tell