Shocking Electrons: What a Second Grader Finds Interesting about Electrons, Atoms, and Molecules

Aiden James Evans, a second grader in Virginia, writes about what he finds interesting about electrons and atoms. He includes "shocking" stories of static electricity, explaining why you feel a shock when you touch a doorknob. Also included is some hair-raising facts about balloons, atoms, and the periodic table of elements as well as fun facts about the first ten elements. This e-book is a perfect introduction to chemistry for children in grades 2-4 or for anyone who has never had chemistry.