We have really enjoyed this book. We've done quite a few of the experiements which are simple and fun. It's a fun cross between a cookbook and a science book.
This was one of my favorite books as a kid. I highly recommend it to any parent, whether you are into science, want your kid to be, or just want a book that will give you some cool rainy day activities to do with stuff you probably already have in the house. Vicki Cobb has written lots more books since but this is the classic.
Reading level: 5th grade; Scholastic books; nine chapters delve into microbes, enzymes, plants we eat, and more.
good recipes - explain the science behind why bread rises, mixing of differnt ingredients forms a new product, etc. very good! homeschool.
Your kitchen will be transformed into a laboratory worthy of a mad scientist as you make startling discoveries....A great book to give kids a legitimate excuse to play with their food!
