Children’s / Teenage general interest: Machines and how things work
Kingfisher Basher Stem Junior Engineering
Book SynopsisMeet STEM Junior, a little character with some big ideas and a bunch of supersmart engineering friends. Have you ever wondered how a bridge stays up, or how your texts get from one end of town to the other, or how your raincoat keeps you dry? Well, you're in the right place. Basher''s STEM Junior: Engineering is packed with 40 vibrant personalities who are just itching to spill the beans. Let them tell you all about themselves and you''ll be a top engineer yourself in no time.And that''s not all: Top Engineer boxes bring characters from the history of technology to life; Great Inventions panels reveal some of the world's greatest engineering breakthroughs; Applying Science boxes explain key practical uses; and Say What? boxes put key vocabulary right where you need it.With over 100 of Simon Basher''s unique illustrations, Basher''s Stem Junior: Engineering will help give 7- to 9-year olds a solid foundation in the key topics that make up the core STEM s
£13.49
Kingfisher Wings
Book SynopsisWings takes readers on a fact-packed flight over a fascinating subject.Written by Tracey Turner, it offers a bird's-eye view of the first airplanes, the fastest jet planes, beetles, birds, winged horses, flying dragonseven winged unicorns. There''s fun, easy-to-read information on wings of all kinds, including plenty of STEM material, presented in a mixture of text and speech bubbles that''s perfect for readers aged 7 plus.With Fatti Burke's stylish and colorful illustrations, Wings is a wonderful journey of discovery.
£9.89
Kingfisher Everyday STEM ScienceEnergy
Book SynopsisDiscover how energy is part of our daily lives with Everyday STEM ScienceEnergy. Energy is all around us! But where does it come from and how is it used? Explore the different types of energy, from the electromagnetic energy that keeps us connected, to the geothermal energy deep inside Earth. Discover how we can all be more energy efficient, the renewable energies that will transform our planet, and the scientists who brought energy to life, including Marie Curie, Christina Lampe-Önnerud, and Sophie Blanchard. Readers can also carry out cool energy experiments at home.With easy-to-understand text written by STEM expert Dr Shini Somara and lots of colorful artworks, photos, and diagrams, readers can best explore where we encounter energy and why it's even important at all. The Everyday STEM series makes science relevant to tweens. Instead of telling kids STEM is important and is the key to their future success, these books show readers ho
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Kingfisher Everyday STEM TechnologyMachines
Book SynopsisDiscover how machines are part of our daily lives with Everyday STEM Technology Machines.Explore a world full of technological innovation, from the first tools used in the Stone Age to the machines of the future. Learn about telescopes and rovers in space, see how modern machines can protect our planet, and meet the innovators and scientists who invented the machines that have improved our lives, including Dr Gladys West, Olafur Eliasson and Fei-Fei Li. Readers can also carry out cool machine experiments at home.With easy-to-understand text written by STEM expert Jenny Jacoby, and lots of colourful artworks, photos and diagrams, readers can explore where we encounter machines and why they are even important at all.The Everyday STEM series makes science relevant to tweens. Instead of telling kids STEM is important and is the key to their future success, these books show readers how we use science, technology, engineering and maths in our everyda
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Kingfisher Everyday Stem EngineeringChemical Engineering
Book SynopsisDiscover how science affects our daily lives with Everyday STEMChemical Engineering, filled with inventions, stories, and experiments to try at home. Engineering is all around you! From raising agents in bread to life-saving medicine and eco-friendly fuel, chemical engineering has transformed our lives. Discover the animal inspiration behind running blades, watch DNA technology in action, and see how engineering can help to feed the world. Plus, meet the engineers and scientists whose discoveries are changing our lives for the better, including Tu Youyou, Markus Rehm, and Jamie Garcia. Then put your engineering skills to the test with the cool at-home experiments. With easy-to-understand text written by science communicator Jenny Jacoby, and lots of colorful artworks, photos, and diagrams, readers can best explore where we encounter chemical engineering and why it's even important at all.The Everyday STEM series makes science relevant to tweens. Instead of telling kids STEM is important and is the key to their future success, these books show readers how we use science, technology, engineering, and math in our everyday lives. While the topics sound high-level and complex, this series makes these concepts age-appropriate and accessible. So, while we can't promise to teach 9 to 11-year-olds quantum physics, we can explain in the simplest terms the practical applications of STEM.
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Kingfisher The Spectacular Science of Buildings
Book SynopsisThe Spectacular Science of Buildings is guaranteed to answer all those tricky questions that children ask about buildings, bridges, and other structures and that parents often struggle to answer.Find out how did the Egyptians build the Great Pyramid of Giza? How can skyscrapers keep getting taller? How do guests stay warm in an ice hotel? And many, many more!The bright, busy artworks will encourage science-hungry children to pore over every detail and truly get to grips with the science that underpins everything around us. Information is delivered on multiple levels, allowing readers to dip in and out at speed, or take a deep dive into their favorite subjects.
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Workman Publishing The Book of Massively Epic Engineering Disasters
Book SynopsisIt’s hands-on science with a capital “E”—for engineering. Beginning with the toppling of the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, to the destructive, laserlike sunbeams bouncing off London’s infamous “Fryscraper” in 2013, here is an illustrated tour of the greatest engineering disasters in history, from the bestselling author of The Book of Totally Irresponsible Science. Each engineering disaster includes a simple, exciting experiment or two using everyday household items to explain the underlying science and put learning into action. Understand the Titanic’s demise by sinking an ice-cube-tray ocean liner in the bathtub. Stomp on a tube of toothpaste to demonstrate what happens to non-Newtonian fluids under pressure—and how a ruptured tank sent a tsunami of molasses through the streets of Boston in 1919. From why the Leaning Tower of Pisa leans to tTrade Review“A new collection from an old hand at designing intriguing STEM activities that will entertain as well as enlighten.”—Kirkus Reviews“With ever-advancing technology present in the lives of readers, this text provides the chance for aspiring architects, engineers, and other problem solvers to understand past mistakes before building future wonders.” —School Library Journal
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Running Press,U.S. A History of Toilet Paper and Other Potty Tools
Book SynopsisIn the beginning, potty time meant the great outdoors . . . People have been going potty since, well, since the beginning of people! Ever wonder what humans used before potties or paper? You might be surprised at the clever tools that humans came up with over the centuries. From the great outdoors to ceramic pots, bum brushes and bidets, prepare for an adventure as we explore the interesting and sometimes shocking history of human potty practices! Award-winning children’s author Sophia Gholz and illustrator Xiana Teimoy team up to put a humorous spin on the fun and fascinating facts surrounding the history of toilet paper (and other potty tools) in this delightful book.
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Schiffer Publishing Ltd The Future Architects Handbook
Book SynopsisThis book explores how architects really work, taking the young reader through the entire process for planning and designing a house.
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Henry Holt & Company Machines Go to Work in the City
Book SynopsisToddlers love machines and things that go, and this book gives them everything they want, from a bucket truck to a tower crane to an airplane. Every other spread has an interactive gatefold which extends the original picture to three pages, revealing something new about each situation.The last spread diagrams each city machine, providing additional information for young readers to pore over again and again.William Low's classically-trained artist's eye adds a new layer to this genre, and both parents and children will appreciate the beautiful illustrations, the attention to detail, and the clever situational twists revealed by lifting the flaps.
£16.14
Holiday House Inc Simple Machines
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Holiday House Inc Boat Book
Book SynopsisA bright flotilla awaits in this exciting nonfiction board book-- perfect for toddlers who love things that go, go, go!Rowboats, canoes, sailboats, speedboats, cruise ships, submarines, tugboats, and more! Boats come in all sizes and we use them in different ways: for recreation, for transportation, and even for police work and fighting fires. Learn all about boats, how they move, and what we use them for in this sturdy, bright board book by an award-winning children''s author. Don''t miss Gail Gibbons'' other exciting board book transportation titles, including Trucks, Planes, and Bicycles!Acclaimed nonfiction author Gail Gibbons has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children''s writer-illustrator according to The Washington Post. These accessible, kid-friendly introductions to the world around us are now available in board-book form, simplified and formatted for the youngest reade
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Holiday House Inc El remolcador
Book SynopsisLos remolcadores son pequeños, pero fuertes. Con este atractivo libro ilustrado conocerás cómo estas embarcaciones de aspecto minúsculo ayudan a las barcazas y otros barcos. El pequeño y potente remolcador puede realizar grandes tareas: tirar de cruceros, trasladar cargueros, empujar barcazas y hasta transportar un puente. El remolcador ayuda a los barcos grandes a moverse en espacios pequeños y lleva de un lado a otro la barcaza de los fuegos artificiales. Hermosos dibujos de vibrantes escenas portuarias en todo tipo de clima ilustran un texto sencillo e informativo, escrito especialmente para los lectores más jóvenes. El índice de contenidos y el glosario ilustrado al final del libro complementan esta divertida experiencia de aprendizaje. Mejor libro infantil del año, según Bank Street College of Education. Incluido entre los mejores libros i
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St Martin's Press Fridge and Ovens Big Job
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WW Norton & Co Ollie and Harrys Marvellous Adventures
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.
£14.39
Capstone Global Library Ltd Can Robots Milk Cows
Book SynopsisTractors, plows, combine harvesters and electric clippers - what are these things? They're all machines on a farm! How do they work? What are they for? Kids can get to know the many machines that make farms go in this fun, interactive book.
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National Geographic Kids Alien Deep
Book SynopsisNamed 2013 Outstanding Science Trade Book for Students K-12 by the National Science Teachers Association and the Children's Book CouncilAppealing to children over age ten, this engaging reference book depicts adventurous and thrilling elements in oceanographic fieldwork. In conjunction with a National Geographic television show, this book will reach a huge audience of marine lovers, as well as children interested in science and exploration. Alien Deep outshines the competition by following a recent, specific deepwater exploration that illuminates new knowledge about our oceans. Following alongside a current expedition, Alien Deep will enable children to observe the processes involved in marine exploration. As scientists delve into the mysterious depths of the ocean, children will be able to witness the excitement of scientific exploration and discovery through enriching text and stunning photography. By describing a recent exploration, children w
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Disney Publishing Group National Geographic Kids Robots Sticker Activity
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National Geographic Kids Brain Candy
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National Geographic Kids Surprising Stories Behind Everyday Stuff
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£18.90
National Geographic Kids More Surprising Stories Behind Everyday Stuff
Book SynopsisWho invented slime? Why do we put money in piggy banks? How did Bubble Wrap come to be? You''ll find the answers to these questions and more in the second book in this fantastic series from National Geographic Kids!Ever wonder how haunted houses got their spooky rep; where cheese originally came from; and when and where people decided hitting a tiny ball with a long stick (ahem, golf?) was their idea of fun? Prepare to be amazed by the surprising backstories behind the things you use or do every day! From familiar foods and common clothing items to bizarre beauty regimens and quirky products, this book covers all your burning questions: Who thought of that? Where did that come from? Why is that a thing? This riveting little treasure is jam-packed with awesome facts, fun stories, and colorful visuals. Once you know all this cool stuff about the origins of everyday stuff, you can wow your friends and family.
£18.90
National Geographic Kids Brain Candy 3
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National Geographic Kids Brain Candy 3
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£17.95
Pan Macmillan Busy Builders
Book SynopsisWith lots to see and heaps to do, in Busy Builders young children really can join in by pushing, pulling and turning the tabs to bring the building site to life. Climb a ladder, make a crane lift heavy loads high up into the sky, then knock down a building with a giant wrecking ball. Perfect for toddlers who like to play as they read, they will love this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and wonderful illustrations by Rebecca Finn, which is part of the Busy Book series. Busy Builders has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Play Guide.Keep little ones busy with more of the Busy Book series: Busy Garage, Busy Airport, and Busy Railway.Trade ReviewThe super bright illustrations are what truly make this book so eye-catchingly wonderful. It's hard to know what delights to feast your eyes upon first. * Oneblueonepink.com *Like Busy Farm and the other books in this range, this interactive book has lots of additional features over and above the rhymes. The speech bubbles promote further interaction with the adults reading the book with the child and the push, pull and slide features help strengthen young children’s fine motor control. -- Dr Amanda Gummer * Dr Gummer's Good Play Guide *
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DK 3D Printing Projects
Book SynopsisFrom a simple desk tidy to an elaborate castle, this step-by-step guide to 3D printing is perfect for children and beginners who want to learn how to design and print anything even if they do not own a printer.3D Printing Projects provides an introduction to the exciting and ever-expanding world of 3D designing and printing. Learn how a 3D printer works and the different types of 3D printers on the market. Understand the basic 3D printing and designing terms, how to create and prepare files for printing, and also how to scan things to create a 3D model! You will also find out the common troubles faced while 3D printing and simple tricks to fix them. All the projects included in the book can be made using freely available online 3D modeling/CAD programs. Each project has a print time, details of filament or material needed, and a difficulty rating – from easy for beginners to difficult for those looking for a new challenge. Step-by-step inst
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DK How to Be an Engineer
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DK Coding Projects in Scratch
Book SynopsisTrade Review"An encouraging platform for beginners." — Publisher's Weekly
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DK How to Be a Coder Learn to Think Like a Coder
Book SynopsisLearn to think like a coder without a computer! Each of the fun craft activities included in this book will teach you about a key concept of computer programming and can be done completely offline. Then you can put your skills into practice by trying out the simple programs provided in the online, child-friendly computer language Scratch.This crafty coding book breaks down the principles of coding into bite-sized chunks that will get you thinking like a computer scientist in no time. Learn about loops by making a friendship bracelet, find out about programming by planning a scavenger hunt, and discover how functions work with paper fortune tellers. Children can then use their new knowledge to code for real by following the clear instructions to build programs in Scratch 3.0.Perfect for kids aged 7-9, the various STEAM activities will help teach children the crucial skills of logical thinking that will give them a head-start for when they beg
£17.99
DK Stephen Biestys CrossSections ManofWar
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The House of One Hundred Clocks
Book SynopsisJUNE, 1905. Helena and her parrot, Orbit, are swept off to Cambridge when her father is appointed clock-winder to one of the wealthiest men in England. There is only one rule: the clocks must never stop. But Helena discovers the house of one hundred clocks holds many mysteries... Can she work out its secrets before time runs out?Trade ReviewFans of Emma Carroll will adore this historical tale of derring-do and righted wrongs. * The Times *Howell is a hypnotically readable writer, who keeps the pulse racing, while allowing every character slowly to unravel. * The Telegraph *Utterly gripping, this wonderfully atmospheric mystery completely swept me away. * Andy Shepherd, author of The Boy who Grew Dragons *Howell's novel is children's fiction writing at its most imaginative and compelling best. * Lancashire Evening Post *An atmospheric and intriguing tale laced with science and social change against an Edwardian backdrop. * South Wales Evening Post *
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Simon & Schuster Trains Can Float
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Little Simon Trains Can Float
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Simon & Schuster The Thrills and Chills of Amusement Parks
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Simon Spotlight The Thrills and Chills of Amusement Parks
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£16.19
Simon & Schuster The 411 on Phones
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Simon Spotlight The 411 on Phones
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£14.44
Little Simon Turkeys Strike Out
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Little Simon Turkeys Strike Out And Other Fun Facts Did You
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£15.29
Simon Spotlight Science of Fun Stuff to Go Boxed Set
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£16.19
Simon Spotlight Science of Fun Stuff ReadyToRead Value Pack
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£16.16
Royal Collins Publishing Company Learning Through Science
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Royal Collins Publishing Company Learning Through Science
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£21.21
Xist Publishing My Favorite Machine: Race Cars
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Xist Publishing My Favorite Machine: Race Cars
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Annick Press Ltd Mighty Mission Machines: From Rockets to Rovers
Book SynopsisCheck out the amazing machines that make space travel possible. From the spaceship itself to the wrench needed to make in-flight repairs, machines of every kind are the backbone of space travel. In this, the third book in the Dr. Dave Astronaut series, the former NASA astronaut takes readers on a tour of the incredible equipment that allows humans to travel, live, and work in space: Kids will be fascinated to find out: • How spacecraft have evolved from the 1960s to today • How rockets power the spacecraft for liftoff—and enable it to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere • All the equipment a spacesuit contains—including a TV camera • How Robonaut, the on-board robot on the ISS, works and contributes to missions With its focus on technology and engineering, this book is a must-have addition to any STEM studies. Lots of photos and humorous illustrations make this an entertaining way to get kids interested in the nuts and bolts of space travel today and into the future.Table of ContentsWelcome from Dr. Dave Introduction: Mighty Machines 1. Here We Come! Where Exactly Is Space? All Aboard! Humans in Space Meet Your Spacecraft Soy-What? Fuel for Flight Rev Those Rockets 2. Home Away from Home A Space Hotel Has Anyone Seen a Plug? Extraterrestrial Tents 3. Get to Work! A Tough Job Call in the Robots An Astronaut’s Tool Kit 4. On the Move Here, Rover! Who’s Driving? Suit Up! 5. Heading Home Goodbye, Galaxy How Do We Land This Thing? 6. Do You See What I See? Telescope Talk Is That Star Moving? Conclusion: Free-Floating Future Further Reading Image Credits Index
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HarperCollins Publishers Incredible True Stories (2) – Tragedy at Sea: The
Book SynopsisDiscover the astonishing facts about the Titanic and how it came to a catastrophic end in this illustrated, accessible and riveting account of one of history’s most famous disasters. On 10 April 1912, RMS Titanic set sail from Southampton on her maiden voyage to New York. This “Ship of Dreams” was the largest and most luxurious ocean liner in the world. It was claimed she was unsinkable. But four days later, when the ship struck an iceberg, the loss of Titanic and over 1,500 passengers would become one of the most infamous maritime disasters in history. In this fact-filled retelling of its construction and doomed maiden voyage, David Long brings Titanic’s tragic tale to life.Trade Review"Overflowing with astounding facts and fascinating illustrations and diagrams … This brilliantly accessible retelling of this unforgetable tragedy is a perfect and engaging read for history fanatics and reluctant readers alike" – LoveReading4Kids "[A] richly detailed and accessible account of Titanic for the modern age" – Lancashire Evening Post "A riveting retelling" – The Bookseller "A beautifully detailed non-fiction retelling … So engaging" – Kate Heap, Scope for Imagination
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Russ And The Future Of Robots
Book SynopsisEvery book in the Future Of ... collection contains a fun story, a field trip, and a focus on a famous person. In this book, Russ makes a new friend, Genie the Robot! Through an eye-opening visit to a robotics lab, Russ learns all about robots. He also finds out more about Isaac Asimov, the famous science fiction writer! Come learn all about robots with him, and be inspired!Discover, experiment and learn with the little scientists! Each little scientist has something new to teach readers. Through engaging narratives and full- colour illustrations, I'm a Little Scientist! introduces children to the exciting and ever-advancing world of science.Everyone can be a little scientist!
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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Adventures With Technology And Gadgets
Book SynopsisAdventures with Technology and Gadgets is an immersive encounter with more than 15 groundbreaking advances that have changed the way that we live, work and play. When were the first computers invented? How did fibre optic technology transform communications? What if you could protect your belongings with a real-life 'force field'? Scribble in a digital notebook. Pit your wits against robot friends. And walk around in GPS shoes! From the machines that clean our living spaces to the engines that move us from place to place, and from pocket-sized devices to vast hubs of information, grasp the astounding workings of tech and gadgets as never before!The World of Science comics series engages, educates and entertains children, imparting scientific facts, while nurturing the love of Science through dynamic, full-colour comics. All topics covered are in line with the Singapore primary Science syllabus and the Cambridge primary Science curriculum, and also offer beyond-the-syllabus insights designed to stretch inquiring young minds.This book aligns with the following syllabi:
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