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The Science of Matter: A Young Scientist's Guide to Solids, Liquids, and Gases
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jan 31 2026
Pages: 178
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Matter makes up everything around us-but how does it work?
The Science of Matter is a clear, thoughtful introduction to solids, liquids, and gases for young readers ages 6-9. Written in calm, engaging prose, this book helps children understand how matter behaves, how it changes, and why those changes happen.
Instead of fast facts or flashy shortcuts, this book builds understanding step by step. Young scientists will explore:
The basic states of matter and how they differ
How temperature and energy affect matter
Why melting, freezing, evaporation, and condensation occur
What happens when matter reaches special balance points
Along the way, readers are encouraged to observe the world carefully, ask questions, and think like scientists.
Perfect for classrooms, homeschool settings, and curious families, The Science of Matter offers a complete, age-appropriate foundation in physical science-designed to grow understanding, not rush it.
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