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Engineering makes the world go round. Through its innovations we can power cities, design medicines power and create self-driving cars. In this fact-packed guide, children can learn about vital breakthroughs in engineering history, the scientific principles behind these technolog...

Check out the technology that's transforming the way we work, play, and stay in touch with this essential guide to computer science. From the abacus to apps, games to graphics, and GPS to smart speakers, here's all the data you need to transform yourself into a computer-tech wiza...

"This book introduces Big Construction Machines by looking at the different places they are used and different purposes they are used for. These include: At the quarry, making a road and building skyscrapers. Some of the big construction machines in the book are a bulldozer, a ro...

Everything you need to know about Earth's rocky crust, magnificent gemstones, and intrepid fossil hunters is packed into this fact-filled book.

Illustrated guide to airplanes and the history of flight.

Light and sound both travel in waves, but sound waves travel significantly slower than light. Theories like this are difficult to grasp in words, but there are easy ways to see them in action. With this book's simple experiments, young scientists will test out how light can bend ...

Little racers will love this fascinating flap book, where they can find out how cars work, see them being made, and watch them roar around racetracks. With over 60 flaps to lift and surprises on every page, this book is sure to keep little fingers and curious minds entertained. S...

Surveys the history and traditions of the Olympics, highlighting memorable events from ancient Greece to the present day.

"Describes in detail different types of motorcycles and how their engines, transmissions, and structures work"--Provided by publisher.

"Explains essential facts about energy, including the difference between kinetic and potential energy, different energy sources, and how energy changes and is transferred. Includes experiments"--Provided by publisher.

"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"--Provided by publisher.

"Air and water are everywhere, playing a crucial role in human survival, and the survival of most of the planet. For a young scientist, understanding these integral parts of our world is the first step to understanding larger scientific concepts. From a hands-on approach to water...

Examines all different kinds of motorcycles from the first steam to the modern superbike.

Uses cutaway schematic diagrams and comprehensive explanations to introduce young readers to the elementary principles of how steam locomotives work and can be repaired.