A Fun Introduction to a Basic Concept of Physics - Screws! Focusing on simple machines and how they help us do work in our daily lives, this fun and informative new series introduces young readers to several basic concepts of physics. We've all seen screws, but how do they work? Why is it easier to screw something into something than to simply push it in? With basic hands-on experiments and clear descriptions, this simple machine is explained.
Focusing on simple machines and how they help us work in our daily lives, this fun and informative series introduces young readers to several basic concepts of physics, such as work, force, gravity and friction. Including easy-to-do experiments, colourful photos, clear text and fun activities, this volume introduces the lever. Now kids can discover how levers are used and how they make work easier with simple experiments and clear explanations. Includes a list of websites, a further reading list, a glossary and an index. Ages 7-9.
The EyeLike Nature series presents a world in which snow becomes a thing of magic—perfect for building with, drawing in, and just plain reveling in. In delightful full-color photographs, the simple pleasures of the backyard come to life and reveal the ways in which young children engage with their surroundings with an unmatched curiosity and openness.
Each page is simple—yet dramatic—in design and detail, and is complimented by clear and engaging text.
Snow is great for building igloos and snowmen. Snow is great for rolling around! In EyeLike Nature: Snow, toddlers and babies can view the wintry world in beautiful, familiar photographs accompanied by simple text.
Ferdinand is the world's most peaceful--and--beloved little bull. While all of the other bulls snort, leap, and butt their heads, Ferdinand is content to just sit and smell the flowers under his favorite cork tree. Leaf's simple storytelling paired with Lawson's pen-and-ink drawings make The Story of Ferdinand a true classic.
