How Things Work: Discover Secrets and Science Behind Bounce Houses, Hovercraft, Robotics, and Everything in Between (National Geographic Kids)

by T J Resler (Author)

Reading Level: 4th − 5th Grade
Ever wanted to take apart the microwave to see how it works? Crack open your computer and peek inside? Intrigued by how things work? So are we! That's why we're dissecting all kinds of things from rubber erasers to tractor beams! Read along as National Geographic Kids unplugs, unravels, and reveals how things do what they do. Complete with "Tales from the Lab," true stories, biographies of real scientists and engineers, exciting diagrams and illustrations, accessible explanations, trivia, and fun features, this cool book explains it all!
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"Profiles of scientists, engineers, and innovators responsible for these cool technologies are also found in this full-color book with plentiful photos, graphics, varied fonts, a glossary, further reading, and an index. Useful for reports or browsing for the inquisitive reader inspired to know why and how things work." — Booklist

"Revealing looks at the science behind over two dozen vehicles, household appliances, technological gadgets, and recreational challenges." — Kirkus


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T J Resler
T.J. RESLER is a former journalist and research analyst turned writer. With the curiosity of a reporter and the research chops of a Ph.D., she's tackled issues of science, health, human rights, the environment, and more in her writing. Her other books from Nat Geo Kids include How Things Work, How Things Work: Inside Out, and Guide to Genealogy.
Classification
Non-fiction
ISBN-13
9781426325557
Lexile Measure
920
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Publication date
October 25, 2016
Series
National Geographic Kids
BISAC categories
JNF051120 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Technology | How Things Work/Are Made
Library of Congress categories
Experiments
Science
Children's questions and answers
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