Illustration from It Came From Outer Space • by Henry Barker • illustrated by Barry Gott

Instructor Magazine's Best of 2004 products

The books that make science fun, real, and meaningful for today's kids

Science Solves It!® leads children to observe, investigate, predict, experiment, compare, and draw conclusions. The simple stories and perky illustrations combine science and mystery resulting in fun reading experiences.

Each Story:

  • shows how kids can use science process skills to explore life, earth, space, physical, and environmental sciences
  • supports and reinforces science vocabulary
  • can be enjoyed by independent readers and read aloud to younger children

Each Book:

  • is fun to read and tells a good story
  • has likeable characters that youngsters can relate to
  • makes kids feel comfortable with science
  • demonstrates that science is all around us
  • supports science and reading skills

Here's what the experts say!

"A wonderful way to introduce science concepts. Scientific facts are woven throughout fun stories that students will enjoy reading."
—Science and Children, Journal of the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)

"The Kane Press is doing it again! The Science Solves It!® books are good reads besides covering solid science information."
—Teaching K-8

"The simple stories and jaunty illustrations make Science Solves It!® books pleasing choices. The science-mystery aspect adds an extra spark."
—A.L.A. Booklist

"The Science Solves It!® series combines easy reading with adventures involving science skills. It is excellent. I'm sure parents and teachers will be grateful for these titles."
—Bonnie Brunkhorst, Ph.D., Past President, National Science Teachers Association; California State University, San Bernardino, CA

"Lively writing, well-drawn characters, intriguing plots, and vivid illustrations make Science Solves It!® a winner."
—Nancy Roser, Professor of Language and Literacy Studies, The University of Texas, Austin