{"product_id":"moments-pb","title":"Moments in Science - Paperback","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMoments when Something Happen to Change Science Forever\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e10 Paperback Books\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eClick here for \u003ca title=\"Paperback MOMENTS IN SCIENCE\" href=\"https:\/\/mimshousebooks.com\/products\/moments-hc\"\u003ehardcover books\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAs a homeschool parent, you know that the best learning happens when children are captivated by real stories of discovery, perseverance, and wonder. That's exactly what the Moments in Science series delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAuthor Darcy Pattison—who homeschooled her own children for 12 years—understands what families need: engaging, accurate, beautifully illustrated books that spark curiosity and inspire deeper learning. Each book in this award-winning series focuses on a pivotal moment in science history, making complex concepts accessible and exciting for young readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Homeschool Families Love This Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCross-curricular connections: \u003c\/b\u003eEach book naturally integrates science, history, geography, and language arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMultiple formats available: \u003c\/b\u003eHardcover, paperback, ebook, and audiobook options fit every learning style and budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRich backmatter: \u003c\/b\u003eExtended information about the scientists and topics encourages deeper exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlobally minded: \u003c\/b\u003eStories span continents—from England to Korea, Germany to Madagascar, China to America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiverse role models: \u003c\/b\u003eFeatures scientists of different backgrounds, nationalities, and time periods, including women in STEM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeautiful illustrations: \u003c\/b\u003ePeter Willis's quirky, colorful artwork makes each book a visual delight while maintaining scientific accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTITLES INCLUDED IN THIS COLLECTION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 3.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBURN: Michael Faraday's Candle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin: 10px 10px 10px 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Cover of Burn\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0066\/3679\/8009\/files\/Burn_160x160.jpg?v=1657647612\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTravel back to 1848 London to experience one of the most famous science lectures ever given. British scientist Michael Faraday invites children to observe a simple candle and discover the chemistry of combustion—sparking scientific thinking that still inspires today.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 3.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 3.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCLANG! Ernst Chladni's Sound Experiments\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 3.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin: 10px 10px 10px 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Clang cover\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0066\/3679\/8009\/files\/Clang-300x300-300_160x160.jpg?v=1677856149\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 3.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e— 2019 NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat if your science experiments were so fascinating that even an emperor wanted to learn more? Follow Ernst Chladni, the Father of Acoustics, as he demonstrates the science of sound to Napoleon Bonaparte in this engaging tale of international scientific collaboration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 3.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePOLLEN: Darwin's 130 Year Prediction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin: 10px 10px 10px 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Pollen cover\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0066\/3679\/8009\/files\/POLLEN-300x300-72_160x160.jpg?v=1677856418\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 3.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eJunior Library Guild Selection, Starred Kirkus Review, 2020 NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book, Eureka! Nonfiction Honor Book\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHow long does it take science to solve a mystery? When Charles Darwin discovered an orchid with an 11.5-inch nectary, he predicted a moth with an equally long tongue must exist. It took 130 years to prove him right—a powerful lesson in scientific patience and perseverance. (NOTE: Darwin is only presented here as a scientist. 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A wonderful introduction to the scientific method and marine biology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 3.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 3.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMAGNET: How William Gilbert Discovered That Earth Is a Great Magnet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin: 10px 10px 10px 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Magnet by Darcy Pattison. Nonfiction STEM picture book about early discoveries about magnets. Ages 7-12.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0066\/3679\/8009\/files\/Magnet-600x600-300_160x160.jpg?v=1710874015\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhy does a compass needle always point north? William Gilbert collected lodestones from around the world and conducted experiments that debunked myths and revealed the truth: Earth itself is a giant magnet. 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