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First How Things Work Encyclopedia: A First Reference Guide for Inquisitive Minds
Looking at the technology all around us-and then explaining how it works, the How Things Work Encyclopedia lifts the hood of a car engine, gets inside a TV set, and discovers the power of invisible microwaves. With close-ups, cutaways, and diagrams bringing the technology to life, and timelines illustrating the development of inventions, challenging curiosity quizzes and fascinating facts, the How Things Work Encyclopedia lets children really see and understand what's going on inside.
128 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2009
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January 28, 2024
Starting with the history of Tec technology, it provides easy-to-understand explanations of how things around us, such as wheels and pedals, move, and how energy, sound, and light work.
This DK book is old, having been published in 2009, but it is compact, the content is clear, and easy to understand, so it is worth reading.
This DK book is old, having been published in 2009, but it is compact, the content is clear, and easy to understand, so it is worth reading.
May 10, 2018
Another great read for the Elementary School Age child!
February 9, 2010
I love books where you can learn, whether they are children's books or adult books. This book didn't let me down. I was surprised at how many things I learned from it.
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A very interesting book, there was a lot of valuable content in it. I absolutely loved the illustrations, especially when showing the mechanics behind everything.
The criticisms I have are in the age range specified by the publishers. The age for this book is 5-7, however I would not want my 5 year old learning about future brain transplants. Which leads me to my second criticism.... how believable is the last part of the book?! It is about the future, so it is predicted, but in my opinion, not something you share with a 5 year old.
I do like the book though, so I suggest parents or teachers peruse the book first. You decide if it is something you want to share with your child. I definitely will, but only children 8+.
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A very interesting book, there was a lot of valuable content in it. I absolutely loved the illustrations, especially when showing the mechanics behind everything.
The criticisms I have are in the age range specified by the publishers. The age for this book is 5-7, however I would not want my 5 year old learning about future brain transplants. Which leads me to my second criticism.... how believable is the last part of the book?! It is about the future, so it is predicted, but in my opinion, not something you share with a 5 year old.
I do like the book though, so I suggest parents or teachers peruse the book first. You decide if it is something you want to share with your child. I definitely will, but only children 8+.
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May 30, 2016From senses to space stations, know how things work!
December 5, 2016
This is an Okay book. It is rather simplistic to fit the large text and big graphics.
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