Children’s / Teenage general interest: Machines and how things work
North Star Editions How It Works: Airplanes
Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the science that makes airplanes possible. Accessible text, helpful diagrams, and a “How Does It Work?” feature make this book an exciting introduction to understanding technology.
£10.44
Pogo Books Airplanes
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£10.42
Nomad Press Matter: Physical Science for Kids
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£10.62
Holiday House Magnets Push Magnets Pull
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£8.54
Kaleidoscope Publishing, Inc Porsche 911 Turbo S
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£12.34
Rockridge Press Awesome Architecture Activities for Kids: 25
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£14.24
Amicus Ink Curious about Monster Trucks
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£10.44
DK Mammoth Science
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Not only informative but laugh-out-loud delightful.” —The Wall Street Journal“A unique and amusing encyclopedia of general scientific topics from master draftsman Macaulay…” —The Horn Book
£17.99
North Star Editions Let's Fly: Drones
Book SynopsisGives readers a close-up look at drones. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, labeled diagrams, and a "How It Works" feature, the book provides an engaging overview of this amazing aircraft.
£27.19
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Astronáutica / Space for Smart Kids: La ciencia
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£12.07
Hachette Children's Group The Tech-Head Guide: Robots
Book SynopsisExplore the rise of technology that may soon rule our lives!What is a robot, how does it work, what are they being used for and what role may they play in the future? Big impactful photos fill the pages highlighting the science and technology at work. Robots are all around us. Some, such as the giant robotic arms used in the motor industry, are designed to do repetitive tasks while others appear more human-like. Robots are becoming part of our daily and work lives, while helping us explore the deepest oceans and outer space. The Tech-Head Guide series is an essential guide to the exciting and fast-developing technology that is changing our lives. Check out the other titles in the series to learn about the technology that operates AI, robots, drones and computers and prepare for their takeover. Perfect for readers 9 and up.Table of Contents 1: ROBOTS RULE! 1: AGE OF THE AUTOMATON 1: ROBOTS FOR REAL 1: BUILD A BOT 1: DANGER DROIDS 1: MOBILE MACHINES 1: BATTLEFIELD BOTS 1: AUTO INDUSTRY 1: AWESOME ANDROIDS 1: TOP-RANKING ROBOTS 1: ELECTRIC DREAMS 1: FUTURE MECH 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Index
£999.99
Pogo Books Trains
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£10.42
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Inventions That Could Have Changed the
Book SynopsisDive into the US Patent Office''s zaniest back-catalogue entries in this laugh-out-loud collection of wacky, weird, and unwieldy inventions! Why haven''t we ever heard of the jumping balloon, the ejector bed, or the Portable Baby Cage? Some inventions were too off-putting. Others simply didn’t work, though they laid the foundation for greater successes down the line (here''s looking at you, Mr. Henry Ford). And still others may be the next big thing . . . some day. Learn about the inventors, what they thought they would build, and what—if anything—they actually accomplished. Zany illustrations of the contraptions in use throughout.
£11.52
Bellwether Media Bridges
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£12.34
Bellwether Media Dams
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£12.34
Bellwether Media Skyscrapers
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£12.34
Bellwether Media Coding in Transportation
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£12.34
Bellwether Media Animal Performers
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£12.34
Bellwether Media Costumes and Props
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£12.34
Bellwether Media Makeup
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£12.34
Bellwether Media Special Effects
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£12.34
Bellwether Media Stunts
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£12.34
North Star Editions Building Bridges
Book SynopsisExplores the engineering challenges behind building briges, as well as the creative solutions found to overcome those challenges. Accessible text, vibrant photos, and an engineering activity for readers provide a well-rounded introduction to the engineering process.Trade Review"This series is a must–have for teachers in elementary classrooms, more specifically the upper grades, and will be a useful source in STEM lessons, small group reading, or just a classroom library." —NSTA Recommends
£27.19
North Star Editions Engineering Challenges: Building Bridges
Book SynopsisExplores the engineering challenges behind building briges, as well as the creative solutions found to overcome those challenges. Accessible text, vibrant photos, and an engineering activity for readers provide a well-rounded introduction to the engineering process.Trade Review"This series is a must–have for teachers in elementary classrooms, more specifically the upper grades, and will be a useful source in STEM lessons, small group reading, or just a classroom library." —NSTA Recommends
£10.44
North Star Editions Extreme Engineering: Channel Tunnel
Book SynopsisThis book describes the features, construction, and history of the Channel Tunnel. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while colorful photos make the book engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading.
£27.19
North Star Editions Extreme Engineering: Hoover Dam
Book SynopsisThis book describes the features, construction, and history of Hoover Dam. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while colorful photos make the book engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading.
£27.19
North Star Editions Extreme Engineering: Petra
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£27.19
North Star Editions Extreme Engineering: Petra
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£10.44
North Star Editions Using Simple Machines: Inclined Planes All Around
Book SynopsisThis informative book introduces young readers to inclined planes, describing how they work, how they help people do jobs, and how they are used for fun. The book also includes a "That’s Amazing!" special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“Large scale images and clear explanations make this a good series for primary grade collections.” —School Library Journal
£25.49
North Star Editions Using Simple Machines: Levers All Around
Book SynopsisThis informative book introduces young readers to levers, describing how they work, how they help people do jobs, and how they are used for fun. The book also includes a "That’s Amazing!" special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“Large scale images and clear explanations make this a good series for primary grade collections.” —School Library Journal
£25.49
North Star Editions Using Simple Machines: Wheels and Axles All
Book SynopsisThis informative book introduces young readers to wheels and axles, describing how they work, how they help people do jobs, and how they are used for fun. The book also includes a "That’s Amazing!" special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“Large scale images and clear explanations make this a good series for primary grade collections.” —School Library Journal
£25.49
North Star Editions Using Simple Machines: Inclined Planes All Around
Book SynopsisThis informative book introduces young readers to inclined planes, describing how they work, how they help people do jobs, and how they are used for fun. The book also includes a "That’s Amazing!" special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“Large scale images and clear explanations make this a good series for primary grade collections.” —School Library Journal
£9.49
North Star Editions Using Simple Machines: Levers All Around
Book SynopsisThis informative book introduces young readers to levers, describing how they work, how they help people do jobs, and how they are used for fun. The book also includes a "That’s Amazing!" special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“Large scale images and clear explanations make this a good series for primary grade collections.” —School Library Journal
£9.49
North Star Editions Using Simple Machines: Wheels and Axles All
Book SynopsisThis informative book introduces young readers to wheels and axles, describing how they work, how they help people do jobs, and how they are used for fun. The book also includes a "That’s Amazing!" special feature, several "Did You Know?" facts, a table of contents, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Pioneer level, aligned to reading levels of grades 1-2 and interest levels of grades 1-3.Trade Review“Large scale images and clear explanations make this a good series for primary grade collections.” —School Library Journal
£9.49
North Star Editions Let's Fly: Drones
Book SynopsisGives readers a close-up look at drones. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, labeled diagrams, and a "How It Works" feature, the book provides an engaging overview of this amazing aircraft.
£10.44
North Star Editions How It's Done: Building a Computer
Book SynopsisThis title gives readers a close-up look at how computers are made. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, infographics, and a “That’s Amazing!” special feature, this book provides an engaging overview of the manufacturing process.
£27.19
Sourcebooks, Inc Let's Build a Farm
Book SynopsisFrom the publisher that brought you the bestselling Baby University books comes a brand new board book series of construction books for kids. Join the construction team and help build a farm!Let's build a Farm! Follow along step-by-step as we construct a farm, from plowing the fields, to raising a barn, and so much more. With a simple format, bright and bold art, and the introduction of new engineering concepts, tiny tool lovers will enjoy being a part of the construction crew.The Let's Build series introduces young readers to engineering, construction, and architecture, helping them imagine what they can build!Pick up Let's Build a Farm if you're looking for:New concepts and words for toddlersAn introduction to engineering for kidsTruck books for toddlers
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Percys Bumpy Ride A Percy the Park Keeper Story
Book SynopsisA hilarious story in the 9-million-copy best-selling classic series from highly regarded author Nick Butterworth!Trade ReviewOne Snowy Night‘A heartwarming bedtime tale…’ Susan Hill, The Independent ‘A lovely book to share at bedtime’ Children’s Book News ‘… it’s just right for reading aloud on a cold day’ Books for Keeps The Rescue Party:‘…it’s good for reading aloud to under-fives, and later the six-pluses will still want to read it themselves.’ The Independent on Sunday After the Storm:‘…look no further for the best present for any child from two to six.’ Susan Hill, The Sunday Times Percy’s Bumpy Ride:‘Imaginatively detailed illustrations and just the right amount of suspense.’ Practical Parenting
£8.80
St Martin's Press Now Ben
Book SynopsisThe inventions and inspiration of Benjamin Franklin and how they''ve stood the test of timeWhat would you do if you lived in a community without a library, hospital, post office, or fire department? If you were Benjamin Franklin, you''d set up these organizations yourself. Franklin also designed the lightning rod, suggested the idea of daylight savings time, and invented bifocals-all inspired by his common sense and intelligence. In this informative book, Gene Barretta brings Benjamin Franklin''s genius to life, deepening our appreciation for one of the most influential figures in American history.Now & Ben is a 2007 Bank Street - Best Children''s Book of the Year.
£8.54
Penguin Young Readers Group Who Was Henry Ford Who Was Paperback
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£7.56
Penguin Putnam Inc What Is the Story of Transformers
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£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Planes Board Book
Book SynopsisChildren explore the many ways we use airplanes, from seaplanes to crop dusters to planes that write messages in the sky. Byron Barton's Planes "will delight the youngest, and have enough meat for older preschoolers and beginning readers."—Kirkus ReviewsSupports the Common Core State Standards
£9.32
World Book Cool Tech 2
£17.58
Candlewick Press,U.S. How Did That Get in My Lunchbox
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£999.99
Pebbleton Press Gracies Ears
£8.45
Pebbleton Press Gracies Ears
£12.99
Simon & Schuster Locomotive
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£17.99
DK Coding Projects in Scratch
Book SynopsisTrade Review"An encouraging platform for beginners." — Publisher's Weekly
£17.99
