Rollo's Experiments

"Rollo's Experiments" by Jacob Abbott is a story about a young boy named Rollo who is full of curiosity and a thirst for knowledge, prompting him to conduct various experiments and learning more about astronomy, botany, and physics. The story follows Rollo as he explores the natural world around him, starting with a question about the sun's position and how it warms the barn during the different seasons. With the help of his cousin Lucy, they set out to observe and understand the sun's movements, which expands to discussions about gardening and pruning with Rollo's father, teaching young readers about the importance of questioning everything. The story uses playful conversations and real-world observations to introduce scientific concepts to children in an engaging way.