How Things Work

Have you ever asked yourself how the inventions, gadgets, and devices that surround us actually work? Discover the hidden workings of everyday technology with this graphic guide.How Technology Works d

: Kids are fascinated by how things are constructed, especially big things!This brand-new STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) series will take readers on visits to various work sites so they can see exactly How It's Built! Kids will follow along as a small group of fictional characters get to find out exactly what it takes to build things that they probably see all the time, like bridges, houses, boats, and cars, to things that they might dream of being inside, like skyscrapers and rockets.

Discover everything you need to know to improve your management skills, and understand key management and business theories with this unique graphic guide.Combining clear, jargon-free language and bol

Speculation—an economic reality for centuries—is a hallmark of the modern U.S. economy. But how does speculation work? Is it really caused, as some insist, by popular delusions and the madness of crow

Speculation—an economic reality for centuries—is a hallmark of the modern U.S. economy. But how does speculation work? Is it really caused, as some insist, by popular delusions and the madness of crow

"Which things move slowly? Read this book to find out about how and why things move slowly. Books in this series introduce children to simple forces. Each book uses simple, repetitive text

"Why are some things hard to push? Read this book to find out about how pushing makes things move. Books in this series introduce children to simple forces. Each book uses simple, repetiti

This book explains and explores the essential terms and key concepts in the world of business, finance, and company management. If you're perplexed by profit margins, confused by cash flow, or baffled by balance sheets, all your questions and many more are answered in this indispensable guide. Grasp how companies work, from management to research and development, and sales and marketing to production and distribution. Eye-catching visual aids give a helpful representation of each and every aspect of business, while the complex subject matter is broken down into clear definitions and concise explanations, expressed in easy-to-understand language. Crammed with essential know-how, How Business Works is perfect for anyone looking to boost their business brain or learn the ropes from the ground to the top.

In How Things Work in the House, Lisa Campbell Ernst delves into how common household objects--such as soap, scissors and house keys--work. The detailed, but easy-to-understand, language describes the

An offbeat guide to math from award-winning author and illustrator David Macaulay. David Macaulay's troupe of curious mammoths lead you through the basics of numbers, geometry, measurement, and much more in this unconventional and highly original guide to math. From computer games to bridges, shopping malls to game shows, math is all around you if you look closely enough. In Mammoth Math, not only will you learn the essential principles of math, you'll enjoy learning about them. From start to finish, let the mammoths be your guide as they seek to understand the math! These intrepid demonstrators will go to incredible lengths to educate and entertain, as they wrestle with adding or subtracting large numbers, measuring angles, reading 24-hour time, creating a pie chart, solving equations, and much more. Following on from Mammoth Science is best-selling illustrator David Macaulay, whose How Machines Work won the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize in 2016. Renowned for his ability to

Discover how things are made and work with this first reference for young readers, now in paperback.Help your child take an incredible look at the way things are made and how they work with this fanta

"What makes something move fast? Read this book to find out about how and why things move quickly. Books in this series introduce children to simple forces. Each book uses simple, repetiti

How Things Work is a hands-on, action-packed title to share with young children. The starting point is the child and the questions they ask about how things work, from how to build a house to what pow

Get ready to explore the city in a whole new way. This innovative book for younger readers is packed with city facts, loads of flaps to lift, and unfolding pages to see inside buildings and under the streets. Children aged 5+ can learn about skyscrapers, subway systems and stinky sewers. Discover where people live and peek behind closed doors to see what's going on in houses and apartments, or why not find out about what goes on underneath the streets you walk on every day? Each page is stylishly illustrated by James Gulliver Hancock, creator of the All The Buildings That I've Drawn So Far series (Universe Publishing) and there are loads of quirky details to spot. How many giant cowboy hats can you find through the book? Created in consultation with Jill Sterrett, lecturer with the department of Urban Planning at the University of Washington. Contents : The birth of a city In and out of the city City living Build, build, build! High-rise life Green spaces Going underground City hall Em

"Physics is a remarkably practical science. Not only does it explain how things work or why they don't, it also offers great insight into how to create, improve, and repair those things. Because of th

Having sold more than 2 million copies over its lifetime, How Computers Work is the definitive illustrated guide to the world of PCs and technology. In this new edition, you’ll find detailed informati

Boasting countless benefits and applications, hand-made leather ware is a durable and time-worn material that can be used for fashion and home projects. With How to Work With Leather, any crafter can