Summer of Suspense

by Kristin Butcher

Have you ever wondered why girls seem less interested in science than boys? Or why girls don't think science is cool? This Canadian Association of Girls in Science book is the answer to all of those concerns. The young, hip girls, who make up CAGIS Science Squad turn everyday experiences into learning adventures, using their science knowledge and technical savvy to solve the mysteries. Each chapter features a case that the Squad works to solve, a detailed explanation of what the girls have learned, and an experiment that can be done alone or with a group of friends to further enhance the lessons. Follow the girls on their exciting adventures as they investigate and solve fascinating puzzles and prove that science is really cool!

160 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2002