Lynn Gordon

  • 14

    Catalog books

  • 30

    Works

  • 1996 to 2020

    Strongest span

Who This Author Is

Lynn Gordon writes approachable, hands-on guides that make science playable and practical. Her book 52 Amazing Science Kit offers a year’s worth of simple experiments and clear instructions, designed for curious kids, parents, and educators who want low-cost activities that teach core concepts through do-it-yourself kits and everyday materials.

Gordon’s tone is practical and inviting: projects are broken into manageable steps with safety notes and explanation of the science behind each activity. The focus is on discovery and skill building—observation, testing, and record-keeping—so learners can repeat experiments and deepen understanding over time.

Best Place To Start

52 Amazing Science Kit (52 Decks)

Chronicle Books • 2001 • quick commitment

It stands out because it asks for less time than many of the longer volumes on this page.

Author At A Glance

Best known for: Hands-on science activities • Simple explanations for kids • Card-based experiment kits

Genres and themes: Children's science • Educational activities • STEM for young learners

Who this author is best for: Good for parents, teachers, and caregivers seeking easy, engaging experiments to introduce basic science concepts to children.

Start with the 52 Amazing Science Kit for a ready-made collection of short, low-prep experiments you can use one at a time.

Top Books To Start With

  1. 52 Amazing Science Kit (52 Decks)

    Chronicle Books • 2001 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2001 • 128 pages.

  2. Messipes: A Microwave Cookbook of Deliciously Messy Masterpieces

    Random House Childrens Books • 1996 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 1996 • 46 pages.

  3. 52 Series: Travel Activity Kit

    Chronicle Books • 2007 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2007 • 128 pages.

  4. 52 Art Activity Kit

    Chronicle Books • 2001 • quick commitment

    readers who want a faster first book

  5. 52 Travel Activity Kit (52 Series)

    Chronicle Books • 2000 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2000 • 128 pages.

  6. 52 Series

    Chronicle Books • 2008 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2008 • 54 pages.

  7. 52 Adventures in Washington D.C. (52 Decks)

    Chronicle Books • 2007 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2007 • 52 pages.

  8. 52 Adventures in San Francisco, Revised Edition (52 Series)

    Chronicle Books • 2006 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2006 • 52 pages.

  9. 52 Deck Series

    Chronicle Books • 2000 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2000 • 52 pages.

  10. 52 Series 12-Pk (Linens N Things)

    Chronicle Books • 2005 • commitment varies by edition

    It helps anchor a specific period of this author’s publishing run instead of blending into the undated shelf clutter.

How The Picks Compare

  • Messipes: A Microwave Cookbook of Deliciously Messy Masterpieces is the easier short commitment, while 52 Amazing Science Kit (52 Decks) asks for more reading time up front.
  • Messipes: A Microwave Cookbook of Deliciously Messy Masterpieces gives you an earlier look at this author’s shelf, while 52 Amazing Science Kit (52 Decks) leans later in the catalog.

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