Galileo for Kids

Galileo one of history's best-known scientists is introduced in this illuminating activity book. Children will learn how Galileo's revolutionary discoveries and sometimes controversial theories changed his world and laid the groundwork for modern astronomy and physics. This book will inspire kids to be stargazers and future astronauts or scientists as they discover Galileo's life and work. Activities allow children to try some of his theories on their own with experiments that include playing with gravity and motion making a pendulum observing the moon and painting with light and shadow. Along with the scientific aspects of Galileo's life his passion for music and art are discussed and exemplified by period engravings maps and prints. A time line glossary and listings of major science museums planetariums and web sites for further exploration complement this activity book.<br>