Description
Book SynopsisSay hello to the marvels of machinery with this fast-fact-packed exploration of all things mechanical. It's the perfect way for children aged 9 plus to brush up on their S.T.E.M. stats and cement what they have learned in class with this fun book.
Machines explores the most interesting, weird and awe-inspiring facts about all kinds of machine in bite-sized chunks of text, so readers won't be overwhelmed with information. Funny illustrations and photos are designed to hold their interest, and help them engage with S.T.E.M. topics.
Machines takes a look at the six simples machines, including wheels, levers and inclined planes as well as more complex machines, such as pulleys, springs and hydraulics. There is also a fun activity to build a marshmallow-flinging catapult for budding STEMsters to try out!
The Stupendous and Tremendous Technology series is ideal for all children aged 9+ who are studying S.T.E.M. topics at school or who simply have a fascination with how things work. It covers all the core topics in a fun and accessible way.
Title in the series:
Clever and Crafty Computers
Mega and Mighty Machines
Remarkable and Roving Robots
Terrific and Trailblazing Transport
Also available is Stupendous and Tremendous Science:
Ecstatic and Excellent Energy
Happy and Healthy Human Body
Powerful and Pongy Plants
Soaring and Spectacular Space
Table of Contents
- 1: Magnificent machines
- 1: Getting moving
- 1: Wonderful wedges
- 1: Up the ramp
- 1: Wheely good
- 1: Lovely levers
- 1: Pull a pulley
- 1: Screw it in
- 1: Go up a gear
- 1: Round and round
- 1: Springy springs
- 1: Fabulous fluids
- 1: Astonishing activity: Build a catapult
- 1: Glossary
- 1: Further information
- 1: Index
