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Paperback: 224 pages
Publisher: Profile Books; Reprint edition (4 Oct 2007)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1846680441
ISBN-13: 978-1846680441
Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 12.8 x 1.6 cm

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great, 22 April 2008

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I bought this for my 11yr old son - He loves it.
He couldn't wait to get experimenting.
I don't think he's realised it's educational.......yet!
(although he did want to start on the alcohol experiments first)

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Why aren't there more books like this? Human beings are inquisitive creatures and will stop at nothing in their continual pursuit of knowledge. I still haven't been able to acquire a deceased hamster in order to fossilise it but I did eventually manage to find a slightly willing victim to test out the theory 'aluminium foil on a tooth filling really hurts'. The book is full of experiments you can carry out without breaking any laws in the safety of your own home. If you are an inquisitive human with a sense of humour you will really enjoy this book!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great fun, 9 Jan 2009

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A superb way of engaging with practical science around the house. Tried some of the experiments with my kids and they thought there were great fun (especially the fizzy drink and mints test!). Good read too.

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3.0 out of 5 stars A budget buy for a gift
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This is a realy fun book.. Mind expanding...how did they think of that...how did they discover it....what sort of luney would ask a ques like THAT??? Read more

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How to Fossilise Your Hamster is a really good fun book that would make an ideal Christmas present. I just picked up a copy for my niece and had a read through and found it really... Read more

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