There are lots of ways machines can be cool. They can be the biggest, the smallest, the tallest, the longest and even the noisiest. Machine mad kids will love pouring over the details of the ten aweso
Discover what machines are, how they work, and how they have developed through history, in this fascinating fact file and learn-it-yourself project book. Includes 19 practical experiments - make a win
Learn all about the history, science and technology behind cameras from film to digital and recording images, with hands-on projects to try yourself; for 8 to 12-year-olds.
The Earth’s rocks and minerals are incredibly varied, but they have many features in common. This book explores the main types of rocks, looking at their characteristics, properties, and uses.
Describes the structure and mechanics of automobiles, including how an engine works, what components generate an easier ride, and how electric and fuel cell cars differ from those with combustible eng
The story of transportation of water and how ships work, with lively facts, pictures and science projects to try yourself, perfect for 8-12 year-olds at home or school.
Explains what cold is and how it is measured, discusses how materials sometimes change their properties when they are cooled, and looks at the effects of cooling and freezing on liquids and gases.
Introduces the light bulb and the history of electric lighting, from arc lamps and early incandescent bulbs to modern compact florescent and LED bulbs.
Describes how liquids, solids, and gases can change by such processes as heating, melting, and stirring, and includes simple experiments to demonstrate chemical reactions.
An introduction to shaping such materials as wood, stone, metal, and plastic, describing their properties and how they are transformed into useful objects; and includes experiments that demonstrate ho
An introduction to shaping such materials as wood, stone, metal, and plastic, describing their properties and how they are transformed into useful objects; and includes experiments that demonstrate ho
Perfect for Thomas & Friends enthusiasts, this guidebook is filled with detailed diagrams and explanations of how Thomas the Tank Engine and his engine friends and other pals work. Train-obsessed
"Read Volcanoes to learn all about these exciting, beautiful, and unique landforms. Discover the different volcano types, how volcanoes are formed, and what living things can be found in and around vo
"Read Mountains to learn all about these exciting, beautiful, and unique landforms. Discover the different mountain types, how mountains are formed, and what living things can be found in and around m
Introduces the Internet, discussing web sites, web browsers, web addresses, web pages, navigating, searching, and using and evaluating information found online.
Introduces the Internet, discussing web sites, web browsers, web addresses, web pages, navigating, searching, and using and evaluating information found online.
Describes such emergency vehicles as ambulances, rescue helicopters, water bombers, and tow trucks, and explains how they help people in difference situations.
