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Explore the science of slopes and wedges, which are key physical science concepts. Young children will enjoy the fun illustrations and learn from the simple diagrams. The book encourages the reader to see science in action in their everyday lives. It is perfect for budding scientists who are curious about machines and how they work, and allows readers to encounter this STEM topic in an approachable way. For children progressing through book bands, it is suitable for children at Book Band 6: Orange.

The book is part of the Simple Technology series for children aged 5+, which is perfect for Science and Design and Technology learning. Titles in the series:
Levers
Pulleys
Slopes
Wheels



Table of Contents
  • 1: What is a slope?
  • 1: Effort and slopes
  • 1: Gentle or steep?
  • 1: Going down
  • 1: Slope experiment
  • 1: Helping us
  • 1: Fun ramps
  • 1: Screws
  • 1: Using screws
  • 1: Wedges
  • 1: Doorstopper
  • 1: Wedges in nature
  • 1: Slopes in the past
  • 1: Useful words
  • 1: Index

Simple Technology: Slopes

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    A Hardback by Liz Lennon, Ellie O'Shea

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      Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 12/10/2023
      ISBN13: 9781526323590, 978-1526323590
      ISBN10: 1526323591
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      Children & Teen Non-Fiction

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Explore the science of slopes and wedges, which are key physical science concepts. Young children will enjoy the fun illustrations and learn from the simple diagrams. The book encourages the reader to see science in action in their everyday lives. It is perfect for budding scientists who are curious about machines and how they work, and allows readers to encounter this STEM topic in an approachable way. For children progressing through book bands, it is suitable for children at Book Band 6: Orange.

      The book is part of the Simple Technology series for children aged 5+, which is perfect for Science and Design and Technology learning. Titles in the series:
      Levers
      Pulleys
      Slopes
      Wheels



      Table of Contents
      • 1: What is a slope?
      • 1: Effort and slopes
      • 1: Gentle or steep?
      • 1: Going down
      • 1: Slope experiment
      • 1: Helping us
      • 1: Fun ramps
      • 1: Screws
      • 1: Using screws
      • 1: Wedges
      • 1: Doorstopper
      • 1: Wedges in nature
      • 1: Slopes in the past
      • 1: Useful words
      • 1: Index

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