Children’s / Teenage general interest: Inventors, inventions and experiments

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Book SynopsisInventive illustrations and an empowering story combine to introduce young readers to the world of engineering, creative thinking and problem-solving.Zara is curious about everything! Travelling around the city with her gran, she sees all kinds of fascinating things. How do roller coasters do loop-the-loops? How do planes stay up? As she marvels about how they work, Zara learns about some of the brilliant engineers who have shaped the world around her. Soon she can't wait to start creating her own amazing inventions and become an engineer too!With pages encouraging kids to try out their very own engineering experiments such as constructing the perfect paper aeroplane and safely dropping an egg from a height, this brilliant picture book written by engineer and TV presenter Dr Shini Somara unlocks a love of engineering and celebrates women in STEM.The first book in an exciting new series. Still to come:- A Scientist Like Me- A Coder Like Me- A Mathematician Like Me

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Book SynopsisFrom the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Nikola Tesla, the scientist and inventor whose groundbreaking inventions we continue to use today. Since he was a young boy growing up in the Austrian Empire, Nikola was fascinated by science and numbers. His teachers knew he had a brilliant mind, but Nikola's irregular routines and fondness for playing cards meant that he was kicked out of school before he could finish his exams. However, after working for a spell at the Budapest Telephone Exchange, where he made several clever innovations to their electrical systems, he managed to get a job with Edison Machine Works in New York, U.S.A. In the United States, Tesla's inquisitive nature and ingenious mind spurred him on to keep exploring electricity, and he came up with several groundbreaking inventions during this time, including breakthroughs in

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Book SynopsisEngineers are the superheroes of the real world. They use their problem-solving skills to face down the biggest challenges we have, from creating clean energy to designing prosthetic limbs, from eliminating food shortages to programming AI to exploring the surface of Mars. In this book you’ll meet 46 engineers, from apprentices and lab technicians to university professors and start-up CEOs and hear what problems they are solving and why they love their jobs. Engineers are changing the world. Will you be one of them?Trade Review"This book is accessible, inspiring and inclusive, with both men and women engineers featured." * BookTrust *"It can be handed to a young person to show the variety of engineering careers out there in an engaging way, to teachers and careers advisers guiding students, or to anyone who is involved in engineering outreach activities." -- Yasmin Ali * The Chemical Engineer *Shortlisted for the British Book Design Production Awards in the Educational Books categoryLonglisted for the UKLA Book Awards in the Information 3-14+ category

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Book SynopsisGeorge Kranky created his own Marvellous Medicine to deal with his grizzly old grunion of a Grandma. You definitely can''t do that at home (so don''t even try!), but here''s some amazing science that you can do!From concocting home-made slimy snot to creating your own volcano, these fun experiments are all easily done, following simple step-by-step instructions and using everyday household objects.Inspired by Roald Dahl''s terrific tale, this is the book for budding young scientists everywhere!

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Book SynopsisOutdoor adventure and makerspace tech combine in this inspiring how-to from the 2020 Guinness World Record holding brothers behind the popular Facebook page The Days Are Just Packed.

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Book SynopsisRecommended for children aged 3-11, the eight levels of Ladybird Readers follow the CEFR framework (Pre-A1 to A2+) and include activities that develop key skills and provide preparation for the Cambridge English tests. This Level 6 Reader is A2+ in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English A2 Flyers tests and KET exams. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to four clauses, more complex past and future tense structures, passives and time clauses.Can you imagine life before the internet, telephones, or the wheel? Great inventions can change the world!

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Book Synopsis?Out in the bay where sailboats glide,little horses drift and hide...''Beneath the waters of a calm bay, seahorses hide from predators, feed on shrimp and raise their young in gardens of sponge, coral, and grass. But when a storm destroys their habitat, they are left with nothing to eat and nowhere to hide. That is, until a Marine Biologist comes up with a clever invention to provide them with shelter and food while the natural environment recovers. The little horses have a new home where they can thrive! Soon, tiny horses are swimming and the hotel is overgrown with coral and grass. Inspired by true events and including information about seahorses and the Seahorse Hotels Project, Little Horses is a conservation success story certain to inspire children to love and care for the natural world. ?Out in the bay where sailboats glide,little horses drift and hide...''Beneath the waters of a calm bay, seahorses hide from predators, feed on shrimp and raise their young in gardens of sponge, coral, and grass. But when a storm destroys their habitat, they are left with nothing to eat and nowhere to hide. That is, until a Marine Biologist comes up with a clever invention to provide them with shelter and food while the natural environment recovers. The little horses have a new home where they can thrive! Soon, tiny horses are swimming and the hotel is overgrown with coral and grass. Inspired by true events and including information about seahorses and the Seahorse Hotels Project, Little Horses is a conservation success story certain to inspire children to love and care for the natural world.

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Book SynopsisNominated for the Carnegie Medal Highly Commended, Young Quills Historical Fiction Award Ada Byron is rich and clever, but she longs to be free. Free to explore all the amazing ideas that come to her imagination, like flying mechanical horses and stories inspired by her travels. Free to find love and passion beyond the watchful gaze of her mother and governesses. And free to learn the full truth about her father, the notorious Lord Byron. Then Ada meets a man whose invention might just change the world – and he needs her visionary brilliance to bring it to life . . . A wonderfully witty and poignant portrayal of the young life of Ada Lovelace, the 19th-century mathematician who is hailed as the world’s first computer programmer.Trade Review"Gray beautifully tells the part-fictionalised life of Ada ... vividly pictures Ada’s gilded, isolated childhood" -- Children's Book of the Week * The Times *"A witty, poignant portrayal of the young life of the 19th century mathematician" * The Bookseller *"Marries meticulous research with absorbing readability, wit and lightness of touch" * Guardian *"So atmospheric, totally absorbing, I LOVED it. Just like I loved Ada. You will too" -- Maggie Harcourt"An enjoyable read for its own sake this book would also be valuable in the classroom with its obvious curriculum links to STEAM subjects and to Ada Lovelace Day marked in October" * Just Imagine *

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Book SynopsisIdeal for readers of 6+ with an interest in design and construction [] From treehouses to skyscrapers, timber to future tech, Clarke's well-judged text is heightened by Sae-Heng's bright, flat images. The GuardianGet designing and building with architect and TV presenter GEORGE CLARKE. From marvellous materials to future tech discover the stories behind our homes.Packed with fun, facts and challenges perfect for readers aged 6 to 9.Welcome to LITTLE EXPERTS inspiring the next generation of experts! Written by expert authors, famous for their passion and expertise Must-read introductions to key non-fiction topics with vibrant, colour illustrations throughout Created to empower and inspire!Also available in the series:Marvellous Vehicles by JAMES MAY, a writer and broadcaster who is best known for co-presenting Top Gear and The Grand Tour.Superhero Animals by CHRIS PACKHAM CBE, one of the UK's leading naturalists and an award-winning conservationist, who began his TV career presentinTrade Review'Perfect for a budding property mogul.’ – The Scotsman 'Each [Little Experts book] is beautifully illustrated and aimed at children aged six to nine, but equally educational for any adults reading along too.' – The Big Issue

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Book SynopsisDr Lucy Rogers - Foreword and consultantLucy Rogers is an engineer, fellow of the IMechE, problem-solver, and maker. She is adept at bringing ideas to life, from robot dinosaurs at a theme park to mini-mannequins for a dressmaker. She is one of the leading supporters for the maker industry and is maker-in-chief of the Guild of Makers.Trade ReviewThis has all the production values you've come to expect from DK [...] If you're yet to discover their delights, start by getting this one for your budding young inventor. You won't regret it. * How It Works *

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Book SynopsisAn empowering, hands-on STEM project book featuring beloved character Iggy Peck, Architect!Trade Review" From drafting to doodling, building and blueprints. over 40 STEM and design projects in a quirky spin-off to the brilliant Iggy Peck, Architect picture book." * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisWhy does the …? What is …? How does …? Don’t worry if you don’t know the answers, you soon will! Every child can be a scientist with the help of Mr Shaha and his recipes for wonder! Turn a rainy day at home or a walk in the park into a chance to experiment. All you need are a few simple items from your kitchen cupboards — and the power of curiosity! Learn about sound by making wine glasses sing, investigate chemical reactions with vitamin-powered rockets, and explore Newton’s Third Law by making balloon-driven cars. Written by a science teacher and dad, Mr Shaha’s Recipes for Wonder gives clear, step-by-step instructions for over 15 experiments. Whether you’re a science star or just starting out, it will help you inspire young people to learn. Get the whole family joining in around the table, as you transform your kitchen into a laboratory!Trade ReviewSeveral collections of kid-friendly experiments have been published recently, but Mr Shaha’s Recipes for Wonder (Scribe) knocks most into a cocked hat. From a catapult constructed from a Pringles tube to the chemistry of a microwave cupcake, Alom Shaha first dangles an enticing activity, then meticulously — and thrillingly — details the scientific principles behind its operation. Emily Robertson’s glorious illustrations add to the book’s bursting, irresistible sense of excitement. * The Guardian *‘Alom Shaha is gentle and persuasive, the type of teacher you would have loved to have had educate you.’ * The Guardian *‘An ideal gift for children who love to experiment or learn how to understand how things work, this book will be very handy for keeping kids and adults busy on a rainy day.’ * Book Trust *‘[F]illed with beautifully illustrated experiments that adults can lead youngsters through.’ -- Dean Burnett * The Guardian *‘Full of wonder and delight - this is the perfect recipe for families looking for fun ways to find out more about the universe. Bound to inspire any budding young scientists.’ * Christopher Edge, author of The Many Worlds of Albie Bright *‘Useful, inspiring and beautifully written.’ -- Samuel West‘Brilliant kitchen table science experiments.’ -- Nikesh Shukla, editor of The Good Immigrant‘Shaha's book provides a wide range of easy but intriguing science experiments and demonstrations to entertain and engage any child, rendered in charming images and using items found in any typical home. Plus it also provides a valid excuse to buy Pringles. What's not to like?’ -- Dean Burnett, dad of two and author of The Idiot Brain‘I love this book. The experiments are fantastic (and so are the pictures), but they’ll also make you think. You’ll want to ask questions, and to try to find out the answers. Which is pretty much all that real scientists do too.’ -- Philip Ball, former editor of Nature‘A charming, accessible way to introduce children to the wonders of scientific research. Every experiment is simple, yet there's no skimming over the hard facts. I wish I'd had a book like this when I was growing up. I'll certainly be working my way through it with my son.’ -- Angela Saini, mother and author of Inferior: How Science Got Women Wrong‘Full of fun, easy ideas for young scientists to do at home.’ -- Gaia Vince, author of Adventures in the Anthropocene‘Some of us were lucky enough to have that one great teacher who opened their eyes to the fun and beauty of science (thank you, Mr Moss!). But Alom Shaha, and this book, can play that role even for the children who don't have that stroke of good fortune. It's fun, clear, and colourful. When my own brats are old enough, I look forward to making a crisp-tin catapult with them.’ * Tom Chivers *‘A brilliant and beautifully illustrated book that allows parents and children to explore the fun side of science in their own home.’ * BBC Science Focus *‘Packed with perfect holiday activities.’ -- Professor Alice Roberts'This is not a book just for children, it's a book for all grown-ups who want to enthuse and inspire young people. Every child and every parent can be a scientist with the help of Mr Shaha's Recipes for Wonder.' * Parent Talk *'If you've got young kids and you'd like to introduce them to science but don't know where to start, the excellent [Alom Shaha] has just written the perfect book for you.' -- Helen Czerski, author of Storm in a Teacup: The Physics of Everyday Life ‘[T]he perfect diversion for curious minds.’ * Irish Times *‘Easy experiments to transform the contents of your recycling bin into engineering equipment. Who wouldn’t want to turn an empty crisps tube into a catapult or a spectroscope?’ * Sunday Business Post (Dublin) *‘Whether you’re a science star or just starting out, it will help you inspire young people to learn.’ * Token Skeptic *‘This is a science book with a difference — the gorgeous watercolour illustrations bring the experiments to life, and readers will enjoy poring over the information in the book as much as they are thrilled by following each of the ‘recipes’. * Child Magazine *‘As a fan of Shaha’s science videos, I knew we’d like this DIY science book before we got it, but we really, really like it. We’ll be conducting these experiments all summer, and are making it our go-to birthday gift for friends this year.’ * The TKSST Gift Guide *‘Fantastical experiments carried out with the most mundane of implements will make these holidays simply unforgettable. For budding scientists and their unsuspecting parents.’ -- Mika Provata-Carlone * Bookanista *‘Sprinkled with fascinating fun facts about the history of some of the world’s most astounding inventions, Shaha’s book is sure to kindle inquisitiveness and delight in young creators and will have them busy crafting and building for hours on end … Emily Robertson’s bright and colourful illustrations add to the charm of this book and give clear and accessible demonstrations to help with each project. A wonderful book that encourages crafting, recycling, creating, and learning through amusing and exciting projects.’ -- Fiona Buckley * Irish Examiner *

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Book SynopsisEmbrace your inner alchemist and explore the magic of science through amazing experiments you can do at home!Have you ever wished you could cast a real spell with the wave of a magic wand? Have you ever wanted to mix a real color-changing potion? Now kids can perform magical feats with a few simple ingredients and a little help from science.Kids will learn about physics, biology, chemistry, and more through 25 dazzling experiments and activities including: Elixir of Enlightenment-brew a stunning color-changing tea! Chaotic Calling-learn about chaos theory while creating art with a pendulum! Fluorescent Feast-create a meal that glows under a black light! North Divination-make a homemade compass! and more!Written by biochemist Cara Florance, Science Spells is the perfect way to engage kids while teaching them about science. Each experiment includes simple instructions, diagrams to follow along with, and an explanation of the science behind each magical experiment.

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Book Synopsis From the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Hedy Lamarr, the actress and inventor whose curiosity broke boundaries.   Young Hedy Lamarr was fascinated with machines. She love to sit with her father and hear all about scientific theories. A gifted musician and actress, she soon found fame on the stage, but her scientific curiosity never stopped. Electronics, chemistry, engineering – whatever Hedy put her mind to, she came up with ingenious inventions, blazing a trail for women in science and making great strides towards science. As well as a glittering film career, Hedy developed technology that formed the basis of Wifi and Bluetooth used in our world day. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of He

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Book SynopsisDiscover Space. Look inside the International Space Station, learn what makes rockets fly and more, by lifting the flaps in this fascinating book

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Book SynopsisLearn about machines the fun way! The Magic School Bus meets The Way Things Work in this kid-friendly guide to understanding the basics of simple machines, perfect for budding engineers -- now in paperback.Using simple explanations and diagrams and a heaping helping of humor, the Invention Hunters make the perfect companions for curious kids who are ready to learn about science, physics, history, and more. In the first book of the series, the Invention Hunters travel the globe in their flying museum collecting the world''s greatest inventions! Now they have landed in a construction zone. These silly scientists think they''ve stumbled on incredible specimens of everything you''d never find at a building site, from roller skates and pogo sticks to swords and race cars. But what they really discover -- with a kid as their guide -- is how simple machines like pulleys, cranks, and levers are used to engineer tools ranging fr

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Book Synopsis''Highly recommended.'' School Reading List''I couldn't put the book down as it was so exciting to read.'' Holly, aged 9, Books Up North''A valuable resource and a joy to read and share.'' Lancashire PostPleasing and informative.' Kirkus''Fact-finding fun.'' Science''Fascinating.'' BookTrust''Endlessly appealing for reluctant readers.'' Irish ExaminerIn this uproariously funny and charmingly illustrated book, readers are introduced to incredible animals and the bizarre things human scientists do to understand them.Did you know that crows never forget a face? Or that jaguars have a favourite perfume? Have you ever wondered how to pet a yeti crab? Or whether dogs can tell if you're smiling? And just what is a burrowing bettong?From crafting fake poo to slurping up bugs wit

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Book SynopsisJenny Jacoby writes and edits books and magazines for children. From writing science activity books to inspiring profiles, puzzles and quizzes, she is passionate about making information fun. She lives in London.Luna Valentine is a Polish children's book illustrator, living in the UK. She works digitally, finding inspiration in folk tales, video games, cute Japanese food, under her bed and other places nobody thinks to look. At Nottingham Trent University she studied Graphic Design and gone on to do her Masters in Illustration. She has gone onto work with a variety of clients.

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Book Synopsis The third and final book in the acclaimed THE LOOP trilogy – perfect for fans of The Hunger Games and The Maze Runner ... 'A terrifying and sinister look into the future that will leave your jaw on the floor.' KASS MORGAN, New York Times bestselling author of THE 100 on book 1 'Your next YA obsession.' ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY on book 1 'Fans of The Hunger Games and The Maze Runner should look no further ... Thrilling and terrifying in equal measure.' OBSERVER on book 1 Luka Kane was executed in front of a jeering crowd, but before he died, he opened one pair of eyes to the truth: lab assistant Chester ‘Chilly’ Beckett’s. Chilly is now determined to find out what’s happening in the mysterious locked laboratory on the 65th floor. When he finally does, he finds three paralysed subjects ... and one of the subjects, impossibly, is Luka Kane. A bold escape sets in motion a race against time as Happy’s world-ending plans draw to a climax ... The final, nail-biting instalment in The Loop trilogy: a must-read YA series for teens and adults alike Prison Break meets 1984 in this cutting-edge sci-fi thriller – perfect for fans of The Hunger Games and The Maze Runner

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Book SynopsisTwelve mind-blowing Minecraft builds to spark your imagination.Are you a keen inventor?Looking for inspiration for your next epic build? Then look no further!Epic Inventions contains twelve incredible builds to inspire you to construct the most inventive builds in Minecraft. There''s an intergalactic space station, an ancient temple, a kawaii waterways course, a giant meeple bedroom, an animal sanctuary, plus many more.Each build is presented to you by its builder a construction expert eager to share their tips with you. As well as learning how to choose blocks and construct amazing builds, you''ll also learn some excellent pro builder tips like how to build a creeper farm.Try our indispensable handbooks for your Minecraft journey:Minecraft Redstone Handbook 978 0008495992Minecraft Survival Handbook 978 0755503452Minecraft Creative Handbook 978 0755500413Minecraft Combat Handbook 978 0755500420Minecraft Explorers Handbook 9780008608507Minecraft Legends Handbook 978 0008595012Brilliant

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Book SynopsisJenny Jacoby writes and edits books and magazines for children. From writing science activity books to inspiring profiles, puzzles and quizzes, she is passionate about making information fun. She lives in London.Luna Valentine is a Polish children's book illustrator, living in Nottingham, UK. She works digitally, finding inspiration in folk tales, video games, cute Japanese food, under her bed and other places nobody thinks to look. Her art has been described as humorous, quirky and colourful. At Nottingham Trent University she studied Graphic Design and gone on to do her Masters in Illustration. She has worked with a variety of clients including Paper Rose, Paperchase and Arteza.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the big ideas in conservation that have transformed the world around us.From the first national parks, through ambitious schemes such as tackling the ozone hole, and recent global movements such as the school strikes for climate, humans have made huge progress in their plans to protect the natural world. The Greatest Ideas in Conservation takes you on a journey through the most influential environmental ideas and inventions of the past 100 years, exploring different people, projects and approaches that have helped to heal our planet.Our world has changed beyond recognition in the past hundred years. Think Big takes a close-up look at the amazing ideas that have transformed the way we all live. Each spread explores a big idea in greater depth, explaining how it came to be and what evolved from it and assessing its impact on the world today. 'Genius' panels highlight the great thinkers behind the ideas, from scientists to inventors, environmentalists and engineers.Each book also includes carefully selected activities designed to inspire readers aged 9 and older and encourage them to nurture their own 'big thinking' and entrepreneurial spirit.Contents:National parks Clean Air Act DDT ban Earth Day Project Tiger Ozone hole Svalbard Global Seed Vault The Ocean Cleanup Desert Sunlight Solar Farm The Paris AgreementSchool strike for climate Biodegradable plasticTable of Contents 1: Conservation 2: National parks 3: Clean Air Act 4: DDT ban 5: Earth Day 6: Project Tiger 7: Ozone hole 8: Svalbard Global Seed Vault 9: The Ocean Cleanup 10: Desert Sunlight Solar Farm 11: The Paris Agreement 12: School strike for climate 13: Biodegradable plastic

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Book SynopsisSort the truth from the lies with the Fact or Fake series packed full of unbelievable, mind-boggling facts!This high-interest series for children aged 9-11 sorts the facts from the fakes. From the human body and dinosaurs to history and science, each statement is proved right or wrong, and accompanied by eye-popping graphics that bring each subject to life! Prepare to be surprised and amazed by these sometimes strange, but always fascinating, truths.In Fact or Fake: The Truth About Inventions, will you separate the facts from the fakes?:Is it true that t-shirts were invented because men couldn't sew on buttons?Were popsicles really invented by accident by an 11-year-old boy?Bubble wrap was supposed to be used as wallpaper, fact or fake?Could early cameras really take pictures of ghosts?Eye-catching illustration, quirky fonts and clever design treatment make this an appealing and unputdownable high interest leisure read for children aged 9+ Other titles in the series: The Truth about the Human Body The Truth about Science The Truth about History The Truth about Space The Truth about Animals The Truth about Planet Earth The Truth about Dinosaurs The Truth about Sports The Truth about Inventions The Truth about Survival Skills

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Book SynopsisAn inspiring picture book biography celebrating Dr Wu Lien-teh, a hero of science who braved an epidemic to create a new kind of mask - a mask that, a hundred years later, continues to save lives today. Written by an ER doctor and vetted by experts at MIT, this fascinating true story is perfect for fans of Little People, Big Dreams.Growing up in Malaysia, Wu Lien-teh had always loved science and wanted to be a doctor. His studies took him around the world and in 1910 he brought his expertise to China to fight the plague. There he overcame discrimination to promote trailblazing measures that will be familiar to readers today - including encouraging people to wear a face covering he designed from layers of cloth and gauze: the first version of the N95 mask.Written by Wu Lien-teh's great-granddaughter, who is now an ER doctor who relied on his life-saving invention during a pandemic a century later, and charmingly illustrated by Lisa Wee, this is an inspiring and fascinating biography about an unknown hero of science.Trade ReviewNeatly describing the medical and racist issues Lien-teh faced, as well as drawing parallels between the past and recent times, these authors pay tribute to an amazing person who still hasn’t really received all the credit he deserves. Stylised illustrations by Lisa Wee help bring him to life on the page. * Red Reading Hub *This is an engaging and inspirational true story of real heroism and demonstrates that science and medicine have no international boundaries. It’s a story that has been beautifully illustrated by Lisa Wee. * The Letterpress Project *

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Book SynopsisFollowing on from the incredible Invented by Animals and Built by Animals, Powered by Plants introduces us to the wondrous plants whose ingenious features have inspired innovations in human technology.Plants exhibit an incredible range of diversity in their shape, structures and how they interact with other living things and their environment. Some of this great diversity is being increasingly studied and copied, inspiring innovation in science, design, engineering and technology.   This book guides readers through a startling collection of fascinating vegetation, from towering cottonwood trees with wind power potential to slippery, meat-eating assassins of the plant world and the fast-growing aquatic plant which helps propel ships farther using less energy. Learn surprising applications and spin-offs of both exotic species including the world’s largest flower that generates its own heat and mTrade Review“An introduction to the diversity in the plant world and their technological uses, from cottonwood trees with wind power potential to meat-eating assassins. Part of a series that includes Built by Animals and Invented by Animals.” * The Bookseller *“This is a light-hearted and informative children’s book to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers alike.” * How It Works *“Packed with illustrations, this fabulous fact-filled book shows just how much we can learn from studying the natural world.” * The Week Junior *“Powered by Plants shows us how much we can learn from studying the myriad magnificence of the natural world.” * Eco Kids Planet *“A remarkable book which is a must for both school and home collection.” * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the Mysteryverse! From the big riddles – How did life begin? How will the universe end? Is anybody out there? – to the everyday niggles – Why do cats sit in circles? Why do we yawn? Why is ice slippery? – there is so much that we still don’t understand. Trade Review“A visual compendium of holes in our knowledge, such as: why do we dream? How is it that more people are right than left-handed? And what’s inside a black hole?” * The Bookseller *"A mine of information for curious minds." * The Sunday Express *

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Book SynopsisRealistic illustrations accompany the stories behind various more or less peculiar vehicles that were invented but in the end, they did not make the cut.We all travel sometimes—by car, by public transport, or by plane. But there are some means of transport that we will never be able to use. Let’s open this book and learn how come we don’t travel in flying cars, why trains don’t ride on a single rail, or why there are no life-size remote control cars.You’re about to be flooded with infamous ideas, prototypes, and crazy attempts at coming up with something new over the course of the last century. The means of transport presented in this book may have not led to a technological revolution but did help us progress. After all, people learn from their mistakes.Trade ReviewSelected for the CBC’s 2023 July Hot Off The Press Reading List (https://www.cbcbooks.org/cbc-book-lists/july-2023/)."Grades 5-8 This upbeat, obviously well-researched work takes an unusual stance: what's interesting in transportation is what didn't make it--the "average, forgotten, useless, expensive, or insignificant." Vehicles are profiled in depth, including details of what inspired their creation, the history of their design, and why they failed. Well-written, engaging narratives are complemented by detailed drawings that show even small details--no surprise, as illustrator Sodomka is a former design engineer. Examples of the fascinating vehicles include the 1924 Junkers J100, a huge plane that could carry passengers in style for up to 10 hours, but didn't inspire traveler interest; the Hafner Rotabuggy, a flying jeep made for the British Air Force in WWII that took too long to work; and the Conair XFY Pogo, a Cold War plane that could take off and land vertically, but that was too uncomfortable. On show here, besides fascinating, scary, complex machines, is the ingenuity of inventors, the ways social conditions--especially conflict--set invention trends, and how failure can precede success. Though it lacks source notes, this marvelous book is ideal for browsing." —Booklist"Captivating illustrations really bring these inventions to life, often making readers wish the real versions could be glimpsed working in the real world. For example, a moving walkway, part of the Paris Exposition in the World’s Fair, would have allowed visitors to tour the city while standing still. But it didn’t come without detractors, people were afraid of the moving belt so it didn’t last. But as we know, these days they can be found in department stores and airports in smaller versions." —Vicky Tandy, Athol Public Library"This was an interesting book filled with the history of transportation. There are examples of experimental transporters from 1900 on. The examples cover cars, planes, and boats. The information covers some of the development and why the transport failed to create an impact. The authors also explain, when relevant, the historical context. There are illustrations of the transport and cross sections when needed. This is a good book for anyone who is interested in history or the various forms of transport. I enjoyed the book for the history that was included." —Morgan Frazier, Librarian"It seems like there is nothing new under the sun, especially if you have just had an Invention Convention project assigned to you, but this book shows definitely that there is no end to the number of weird and wonderful ways people have thought to improve the way that humans travel from place to place! Everything from an early Parisian moving walkway in 1900 (which we do see remnants of today!) to the 2005 Peugeot Moovie on the cover is examined and illustrated with lovely illustrations with a bit of a vintage vibe. There's just enough information about each vehicle's plusses and minuses that readers will be motivated to find out more about their favorites and maybe even design some vehicles of their own!" —Karen Yingling, YA Books CentralTable of ContentsIntroductionMoving WalkwayBrennan's MonorailRMS OlympicJunkers J1000Dornier Do XDynasphereSocovel 1942 Electric MotorcycleHafner RotabuggyModel 118 ConvaircarMoto MajorBristol BrabazonGM FirebirdConvair XFY PogoFlying Platform and The Rocket BeltFairey RotodyneAvro Canada VZ-9 AV AvrocarNS SavannahDodge DeoraM-497 Turbojet TrainEma 1Boeing vs ConcordeMercedes-Benz ESF 05The Dale CarCitroën KarinFolding ScooterLun-Class EkranoplanKineo 27NASA X-38Peugeot Moovie

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Book SynopsisGoing to the Moon is SO last century, so how difficult can it be—even for a ten-year-old—to follow in the footsteps of Neil Armstrong and the Apollo astronauts? Meet Matilda, the girl who’ll give it her best shot to learn everything she needs to learn in order to get there herself. From how to pee in zero-g to why pizzas won’t take you up and up away, this is science for the curious! Told as a journey of discovery, it's full of easy-to-understand facts about air pressure, escape velocities, coding, and falling around the Earth, in a way which will inspire the next generation of moon walkers.

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Book SynopsisThis exciting children''s book of things to make and do is full of arts and crafts and facts about school subjects. Covering everything from the Solar System to Ancient Egypt, you''ll never be stuck for an activity, craft, or project idea again.With clear step-by-step instructions and photos, children will learn about a subject interactively. There are more than 25 great STEM projects on offer - from creating an astronaut''s outfit or making a sundial, to taking a trip back in time to see how the mighty Roman legionaries conquered their enemies. And that''s just for starters - on top of nature and history, the book also covers wildlife, science, and space - so animal lovers and wannabe astronauts will be delighted by what''s on offer.Children will love the variety of educational activities, experiments, and facts, and parents will love how the book ties into school subjects, while providing inspiration for projects to make at home. All projects can be completed with Table of Contents 1: SPACE 1: The Solar System 2: Button planets 3: Marshmallow constellations 4: Alien invasion 5: Space travel 6: Straw rockets 7: Space patches 8: Bottle jetpack 9: Space helmet 2: NATURE 1: The seasons 2: Season tree 3: Nature mask 4: Weather 5: Smiling sundial 6: Measure the rain 7: Wind chimes 3: HISTORY 1: Ancient Egypt 2: Papyrus scroll 3: Pyramid money box 4: Egyptian sarcophagus 5: The Roman Empire 6: Roman shield 7: Cookie coins 8: Lion mosaic 4: ANIMALS 1: The animal kingdom 2: Stone creatures 3: Bird feeder 4: Making tracks 5: Cardboard giraffe 6: Shark attack! 5: SCIENCE 1: Super science 2: Grass haircuts 3: Brilliant bubbles 4: Liquid layers 5: Fizzing balloon 6: Templates 7: Index

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Book Synopsis★ “Entertaining and informative. A fine contribution to African American creative nonfiction for young readers.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review From Karyn Parson's critically acclaimed Sweet Blackberry video series comes the little known story of Garrett Morgan, an African American inventor who would become a hero. Before Garrett Morgan became a successful inventor and saved countless lives with his creations, he was a little boy with a head full of ideas on how to make life better for everyone. At a tumultuous time filled with racism and discrimination, Garrett became a prominent business man and skilled inventor who produced the traffic signal, a gas mask, and other devices still used today. This second book from the award-winning children's film series founded by Karyn Parsons, Sweet Blackberry, comes a little-known story about a man whose talent would be a gift to the world.

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Book SynopsisA household name thanks to popular TV series that include The Human Body, which won three British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA), Superhuman, Walking with Cavemen, and The Human Mind, Lord Winston's pioneering work in the field of human fertility helped thousands of childless couples have "miracle babies" and earned him an outstanding international reputation. A winner of the Royal Society's prestigious Michael Faraday Gold Award, he was made a life peer in 1995. He is Emeritus Professor of Fertility Studies at Imperial College London, and an active researcher in reproductive physiology. A champion of science education who has appeared on television, such as The Late Late Show With James Corden, Professor Winston's DK books for children include That's Life, Home Lab, and My Amazing Body Machine.

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Book SynopsisWhat's odd, scary, incredible and wonderful all at the same time? Our world!Jump in at the deep end and learn all about our world''s most incredible inventions and ideas! You won't believe your eyes... or will you?

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Book SynopsisOur world can be pretty weird. If you do not believe us, come and see these interesting inventions for yourself!

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Book SynopsisHave you ever wondered how we have so many amazing inventions? Many inventions just started out as an idea. This series explores some of the most important inventions throughout history and takes a look at the brilliant people whose big ideas gave us lots of the things that we take for granted today.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect introduction to AI for kids, Basher Science Mini: Artificial Intelligence explains what AI is and how computers are aiding humans in everyday tasks.Come and meet the smartest artificial intelligences of the past, present and future. This cutting-edge book introduces pioneering AI machines such as Watson and Sophia, and lifts the lid on how they work. Meet machines that look like humans, pit your wits against AlphaGo and Deep Blue, and seek advice from Recommendation Engine. With The Code Room, there is even a chance to imagine what it is like to be an AI yourself. There’s nothing smarter than that!Artificial intelligence is already shaping the world and computers will be taking on more and more human-type tasks in the future. But there’s no need to be afraid of AI. It is here to help, not takeover, despite what you might see in sci-fi films.Perfect for home or school, Basher's highly original books make difficult conc

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Book SynopsisFact-filled non-fiction that uncovers the who, where, why and how of historical scientific discoveries. From the explosion at the start of the universe to atomic energy and the impact of immunisation, discover the people and places behind 13 major science breakthroughs that changed the world. You’ll read about what motivated them, why they did what they did, when they did it … and with whom! There is a glossary at the back of the book plus a ‘take it further’ activity on each page. Discover the human side of STEM!

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.Emily Pliers loves to create amazing inventions almost as much as she loves her faithful, scruffy dog, Newton. One day, when Newton interrupts Emily one too many times, Emily decides to make a special invention to look after him so she can get on with her work. The invention works perfectly, so why do Emily and Newton still feel unhappy? Join the pair as they work out what makes them happiest in this sweet story by Helen Dineen.White Plus/Band 10+ books provide challenging plots and vocabulary as well as opportunities to practise inference, prediction and reading stamina.Pages 46 and 47 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, suppor

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.Whatever you think you know about bears forget it. This guide contains the truth about what wild bears are really like Zoologist-in-training Jessy Locks is on an adventure to observe endangered bears in their natural habitat, deep in the heart of the Enchanted Forest. She records everything she finds out in her science log, from the bears'' diet, to their furniture preferences and their sleep patterns, to create The Ultimate Guide to (Bad-tempered) Bears.White Plus/Band 10+ books provide challenging plots and vocabulary as well as opportunities to practise inference, prediction and reading stamina.Pages 46 and 47 allow children to re-visit the

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Book SynopsisTravel with mischievous cartoon guides, the Brainwaves, in this book of science through a range of mindblowing STEM topicsMeet the Brainwaves, hilarious little mischief-makers who will be your guides to a marvellous range of mindblowing science topics! These pint-sized pals will jump aboard the invention of the car, take you on a madcap holiday to Mars and outer space, and will even shrink down to atomic level to explore the most basic building blocks of science. The Most Exciting Book of Science, Inventions, and Space Ever has a bunch of scientific discoveries that kids aged 8-12 will love to learn about - from the wisest and wackiest inventions the world has ever seen to the adventures of pioneering astronauts, plus all the core information they need to know, such as the periodic table, energy, forces, and matter. Each exciting illustrated adventure is packed with amazing facts and core information to learn about - from why gravity sucks to how the In

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