Thermochemistry Basic for Kids

Does your child wonder why hand warmers get hot, why ice packs feel cold, or what makes a fire burn? This clearly written nonfiction guide unlocks the fascinating science of heat and energy - one step at a time - using plain language, real-world examples, and concepts matched to young learners.

Inside this guide, young scientists will discover:

• What thermochemistry is and why it matters in everyday life
• The difference between exothermic reactions (like burning wood) and endothermic reactions (like dissolving salt)
• How scientists measure heat using enthalpy and calorimetry
• What activation energy is and how it controls how fast reactions happen
• The three ways heat travels - conduction, convection, and radiation - with relatable examples
• What happens to energy during phase changes like melting and boiling
• An introduction to entropy and why some reactions happen on their own
• How thermochemistry connects to cooking, weather, the human body, and more

• Curious readers in grades 3 through 6 who love science
• Homeschool chemistry and physical science units
• Classroom supplemental reading and STEM enrichment
• A thoughtful gift for a young science enthusiast