"THE SPACE SCIENCE HANDBOOK joins author and biochemist Cara Florance's THE SCIENCE SPELL BOOK as a twist on traditional experiment books. Combining play and science makes for an immersive fantasy experience rooted in real learning and investigation. THE SPACE SCIENCE HANDBOOK takes children on a tour of the cosmos through scientific experiments, creative projects, and demonstrations. In addition to exploring aspects of the solar system, extraterrestrial life, and space technology, this book teaches vital scientific concepts and helps children consider sociological and philosophical implications of a future in the stars. Each experiment includes a mission brief, simple instructions and diagrams, and an explanation of the science at work! Experiments include: -Atmospheric Pressure: Crush a can using the Earth's atmosphere -Turbulent Flow: Study turbulent flow using milk, food coloring, and dish soap -Space Sludge: Make magnetic slime -Emergency Battery: Create a battery from potatoes -Wearable Electronics: Create a signaling patch and more!"--