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Machines at Sea (Engineering Power)
SKU
041881
ISBN
9781538277539
Grade 2-5
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Description
The ocean is filled with magnificent machines! Kids (and adults!) will be fascinated to learn about many types of boats, hovercrafts, catamarans, seaplanes, submarines, submersibles, and so much more – designed and built by engineers to accomplish very important jobs. Filled with colorful pictures and diagrams, this book is easy to understand and engaging. You might even encourage a budding engineer! 32 pgs, pb. ~Nancie
Publisher's Description of Machines at Sea (Engineering Power)
The deep ocean is one of the last unexplored places on Earth. But, in order to get to it, some pretty high-tech machines are needed! This STEM set brings together science and engineering in a fun way: through amazing vehicles, including hovercraft and sea planes. Sections on each sea-going machine include clear diagrams, comprehensive explanations about how they work, and full-color photographs about some the coolest examples out there today. Information about how different machines came to be aids readers' understanding of technology development.
Category Description for Engineering Power
Engineering marvels surround us! Whether inspiring a future engineer or instilling appreciation for the machines we see at work each day, this series of books will exceed your expectations. Thick glossy pages are packed with fascinating information, including vivid photos and illustrations with easy-to-understand diagrams. Each book begins with a section entitled “What do engineers do?” explaining how engineers use science, technology, and math to design and build machines for specific jobs. Glossaries in the back define important terms, and websites and books are suggested to extend the learning. 32 pgs, pb. ~Nancie
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 2-5 |
| Brand: | Gareth Stevens |
| ISBN: | 9781538277539 |
| Length in Inches: | 11 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.375 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.0625 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.3 |
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