Children’s / Teenage general interest: Machines and how things work
Creative Company,US Light Rails
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£8.54
Creative Company,US Monorails
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£8.54
Creative Company,US Passenger Trains
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£8.54
Creative Company,US Subway Trains
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£8.54
Creative Company,US Trams
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£8.54
Racehorse for Young Readers STEM Starters for Kids Engineering Activity Book:
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£8.07
Racehorse for Young Readers STEM Activity Book: Science Technology
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£14.24
Racehorse for Young Readers Awesome STEM Science Experiments: More Than 50
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£13.49
Racehorse for Young Readers STEM Starters for Kids Geology Activity Book:
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£6.64
Racehorse for Young Readers STEM Starters for Kids Robotics Activity Book:
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£8.54
Racehorse What Is Technology?: The Who, Where, Why, and How
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£8.54
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Build Your Own Chain Reaction Machines: How to
Book SynopsisWith Build Your Own Chain Reaction Machines, you’ll create 13 zany and awesome mechanical contraptions using stuff from around the house.Build Your Own Chain Reaction Machines invites you into the wonderful world of crazy contraptions inspired by the amazing artwork of renowned cartoonist, engineer, and inventor Rube Goldberg, whose wacky, imaginary machines accomplished a simple task by taking a hilariously complicated route. In this entertaining and instructive book, mechanical engineer and educator Paul Long gives step-by-step instructions for making low-tech devices using everyday objects in inspired and ingenious ways. Each of the 13 projects demonstrates how to build the machine's various elements and explains how they work together to make a mind-boggling mechanism that delivers hours of fun and fascination. Machines for Your Room. Be the master of your domain with the Door Knocker, Light Switcher, and Door Opener. Machines for Around the House. Get your chores done (and improve your personal hygiene) with the Plant Waterer, Toothpaste Squeezer, and Soap Dispenser. Machines for Fun and Nonsense.The Flag Raiser, Marble Launcher, Music Maker, and Balloon Popper are guaranteed to both amaze and amuse. Machines for Food. With the Vending Machine, Candy Dispenser, and Cookie Dunker, snacking has never been so fun! You'll also find interesting sidebars on the science behind each gadget, plus tips and tricks for success.Build Your Own Chain Reaction Machines gives you the know-how to create your own incredible chain reactions!
£17.09
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.
£23.99
North Star Editions How It Works: Gasoline Engines
Book SynopsisIntroduces readers to the science that makes gasoline engines possible. Accessible text, helpful diagrams, and a “How Does It Work?” feature make this book an exciting introduction to understanding technology.
£23.99
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
£23.99
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
£9.89
Storey Publishing LLC Cardboard Box Engineering: Cool, Inventive
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£19.80
Pogo Books Energy
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£28.49
Pogo Books Light and Sound
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£26.99
Pogo Books Magnetism
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£28.49
Pogo Books States of Matter
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£28.49
Bullfrog Books del Metal a la Bicicleta (from Metal to Bicycle)
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£28.49
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.
£23.99
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.
£23.99
North Star Editions Extreme Engineering: Petra
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£23.99
North Star Editions Extreme Engineering: Channel Tunnel
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£10.44
North Star Editions Extreme Engineering: Hoover Dam
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£9.89
North Star Editions Extreme Engineering: Petra
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£9.89
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
£22.49
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
£22.49
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
£22.49
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
£8.99
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
£8.99
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
£8.99
Rockridge Press Awesome Construction Activities for Kids: 25
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£15.29
Rockridge Press Real Science Experiments: 40 Exciting Steam
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£11.39
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.
£9.89
North Star Editions Inside 3D Printers
Book SynopsisToday, people use 3D printers to build houses, airplane parts, food, and even living tissue. Inside 3D Printers introduces readers to the uses of 3D printers, the hardware and software that make 3D printers possible, and the future of 3D printing technology. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
£11.69
North Star Editions Inside Computers
Book SynopsisSome computers can do calculations in space, beat contestants at Jeopardy!, and create complex images and videos. Inside Computers introduces readers to the uses of computers, the hardware and software that make computers possible, and the future of computer technology.Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
£11.69
North Star Editions Inside Drones
Book SynopsisDrones are hard at work in the sky and around the world. Some rescue swimmers in the ocean, while others deliver food and medical supplies to remote villages. Inside Dronesintroduces readers to the uses of drones, the hardware and software that make drones possible, and the future of drone technology. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
£12.99
North Star Editions Inside GPS
Book SynopsisToday, GPS satellites orbit the earth. They send signals to GPS receivers in cars, smartphones, computers, and drones. Inside GPS introduces readers to the uses of GPS, the hardware and software that make GPS possible, and the future of GPS technology. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
£11.69
North Star Editions Inside Smartphones
Book SynopsisPeople use smartphones to connect with their friends, take photos and videos, browse the internet, and so much more. Inside Smartphones introduces readers to the uses of smartphones, the hardware and software that make smartphones possible, and the future of smartphone technology. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
£11.69
North Star Editions Inside Video Games
Book SynopsisVideo games on computers and consoles provide both learning and entertainment to players. Stunning graphics and interesting storylines draw people into virtual worlds of action and fantasy. Inside Video Games introduces readers to the uses of video games, the hardware and software that make video games possible, and the future of video game technology. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
£11.69
North Star Editions Inside Wearable Technology
Book SynopsisWearable technology, or wearables, put the power of a computer in a small piece of jewelry or clothing. They can check messages, listen to music, or even monitor health conditions. Inside Wearable Technology introduces readers to the uses of wearable technology, the hardware and software that make wearable technology possible, and the future of wearable technology. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
£11.69
North Star Editions Construction Machines: Backhoe Loaders
Book SynopsisThis title will teach readers everything they want to know about backhoe loaders, from its important parts to the many jobs it helps with on and off the construction site. This is a Level 2 title and is written specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
£8.99
North Star Editions Construction Machines: Bulldozers
Book SynopsisThis title will teach readers everything they want to know about bulldozers, from its important parts to the many jobs it helps with on and off the construction site. This is a Level 2 title and is written specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
£8.99
North Star Editions Construction Machines: Concrete Mixers
Book SynopsisThis title will teach readers everything they want to know about concrete mixers, from its important parts to the many jobs it helps with on and off the construction site. This is a Level 2 title and is written specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
£8.99
North Star Editions Construction Machines: Cranes
Book SynopsisThis title will teach readers everything they want to know about cranes, from its important parts to the many jobs it helps with on the construction site. This is a Level 2 title and is written specifically for emerging readers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Dash! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.
£8.99
