Gravity: Forces and Motion

Do it Yourself

by Rachel Lynette

How much would you weigh on Jupiter? Where are aircraft catapulted into the skies? How does a water clock work? This book encourages children to learn how gravity works by conducting their own experiments.

48 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2008

About the author

Rachel Lynette has written over seventy nonfiction books for children as well as resource materials for teachers. She is also a Top Ten seller on the website teacherspayteachers.com. In addition, she writes a blog for teachers, parents, and homeschoolers focusing on higher level thinking skills called Minds in Bloom (www.minds-in-bloom.com).

Rachel lives in the Seattle area with her two delightful children, David and Lucy, and a cat named Cosette. When she isn't writing she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, traveling, reading, biking, drawing, and crocheting colorful hats.

Rachel also writes under the pen names: Lynette Robbins and Tori Miller.