The dream of being able to fly is as old as human history. This book, based on the outstanding collection of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C., tells the story of the remarkable people -- dreamers, inventors, and pilots -- who turned that dream into a reality.

Richly illustrated with photographs and illustrations The Story of Flight takes you on an exciting journey through time. Here you'll read about the development of ballooning; the earliest gliders; the Wright brothers' first sustained flights; Charles Lindbergh's solo trip across the Atlantic; Amelia Earhart's courageous flights; the explosion of the airship Hindenburg; the dogfights of World Wars I and II; Chuck Yeager's blast through the sound barrier; the Apollo astronauts' first steps on the moon and the building of the International Space Station.

More than 150 photographs and drawings, most in full color, illustrate and explain the amazing developments in the story of flight.

The Cutty Sark is a British clipper ship. Built on the Clyde in 1869 for the Jock Willis shipping line, one of the last tea clippers to be built and one of the fastest. This ship was built at the end of a long period of design development that was unfortunately halted as sailing ships gave way to ships driven by steam propulsion. You see this ship used the power of the wind and gathered the wind in its sails to further its journey, The Cutty Sark was very badly damaged by fire on May 21, 2007 as it was under restoration. It was re-opened to the public on April 25, 2012, much to the delight of would be seafaring kids and adults. Take a look at the Cutty Sark from below and above through the lens of John D. Weigand. Practice reading skills through word recognition, word repetition and rhyme as you learn some fun facts and then get to work on some research of your own, The point of all these books by Dyan and Weigand is to make kids not only learn, but also to learn to think as well as to imagine. Award winning author, attorney and former teacher, Penelope Dyan loves kids, loves to learn herself and loves it when kids learn. There is a free music video that goes along with this book on YouTube on the Bellissimavideo YouTube channel to further enhance the learning process. The book is dedicated to a true seafaring soul.

Did you know that the world's tallest rollercoaster has a vertical drop that's the height of a 45-floor building? Or that the world's biggest helicopter has been used to transport a frozen woolly mammoth? This book contains stunning pictures and amazing record-busting facts about the biggest, fastest and most powerful machines in the world - plus many others! The Record Busters series is perfect for capturing the interest of both young general readers and older reluctant readers.

This is the story of a Morris Minor 1000 Saloon. The date of its first registration was April 24, 1964, and its engine cylinder capacity is 1,098. It is now classed as a historical vehicle. The first owner was a Mr. Ernest Griffiths or Ernie as he was called, who was my dad's brother. Sadly, Ernie died on March 28, 1982, and Moggy was left in his will to his son, John Griffiths. Sadly, John Griffiths died on October 19, 2005, and his wife, Teresa Griffiths, left it in my care, giving it to me after John's funeral. This was on a promise that I would look after it and keep it in the family. John and his family nicknamed it Moggy, and from 1982 till 2005, John and his wife used this car constantly. John's two girls, Ellen and Leanne, cherished this car, knowing it was their father and grandfather's car. Because of this, I really felt that I had a strong responsibility to look after it. I will say no more as Moggy wishes to tell the story of his life himself.

We all know that Mary had one little lamb, but what about the others? They can't bear to let her out of their sight either Follow Mary, wherever she goes. Look through the die-cut holes in each page to see what her lambs are up to

How Boats Work, is told in rhyme; it not only educates, but also entertains anyone reading it, from the very young to the young-at-heart. Arnold, the anchor, introduces the different parts that make a boat work-- from the engine, to the electronics in the pilot house, to the rudder and propeller beneath the boat. He gives each a catchy name as he explains the jobs, and how important they all are in working together to move the boat over the water. Penny Talbot provided the rich colorful illustrations to accompany Arnold's tale. Her many years of cruising, her love of the sea and sea life, and her artistic talent combined to weave a magical look and feel to the story as it unfolded.

The Sandman: His Ship Stories includes sixteen stories about the building, launching, and sailing of the good brig "Industry" and some of its travels to distant ports. These stories were written by William J. Hopkins, who read them to his own children to help them fall asleep.

This fully illustrated book is an exciting introduction to children on the basic principles of road safety. Join the friends - Nana, Toby, Grace and Hakeem as they learn about keeping safe on the roads from the wise Uncle Omoh. The children's questions are answered: What is a zebra crossing? Who is a pedestrian? What kinds of different vehicles ride on the roads? How do I cross the road? What do traffic lights mean? What do different road signs mean? How do I stay safe and secure on the roads?

'Tractors, Diggers and Dozers - A Picture Book For Kids, includes Tractor History, Diggers, Bulldozers / Dozers and Excavators' and is a non-fiction introduction to the wonderful world of heavy equipment. Apart from the great photographs within this book, Lilley Light presents the humble beginnings of the Tractor and provides an historical summary that is easy for children to appreciate and absorb. Tractors, Diggers and Dozers - A Picture Book For Kids is the perfect learning tool for children. For those younger ones with a fascination for the machines they see working in their local neighborhood there are lots of pictures to enjoy. For those a little older there are descriptions of the mighty machines and how they have developed over the years. So who is this book for? Anyone who is interested in, or fascinated by, those large machines that help us build, farm, mine and repair things. In particular, this book is intended for parents who want to share the learning process with their children and wish to read to their younger aged children or for older children wanting to read for themselves. There are lots of photos to look at as you read through this book to help understand the meaning of the words - "a picture is worth a thousand words" as they say, making it easier to understand and retain the information presented.

For the little people that love big wheels and fast cars. A fun and accessible tour of monster trucks and speed machines. Filled with illustrations, facts and puzzles, it's time to delve in to Do You Know!

A Car Restoration Guide for Young Adults For many, classic car restoration is more than just a hobby; it is a way of life. It is more than something people do in their garage in their spare time. There are thousands of classic car clubs all over the world devoted to people who restore cars as a hobby or a business. If you love automobiles, especially old classic cars, and you have never restored a vintage car, this book may be a life changer for you. You may find that there is nothing finer than turning a neglected piece of automotive history into a drivable and admirable work of art. Career Craft or Happy Hobby? Don't let this book drive away without getting in and taking a ride. Turn your love for custom classic cars into a great lifetime hobby... or even a lucrative and fulfilling career

Eight-year-old farm boys like Jack dream big. Jack spends summer days sitting on the coal box of Pa's Advance-Rumely Universal steam engine wishing he was big enough to help thresh wheat. Soon, pictures in Pa's tractor book have Jack dreaming of a 16-30 Rumely OilPull belted up to an Ideal separator on Pa's back 40. Before long, Jack comes up with a secret plan to check out a Rumely OilPull. With a little mischief and the help of an unexpected friend, Jack learns a lot about his favorite tractor and becomes a little Rumely man.

Time to take a drive Featuring full-color photographs of cars, buses, trucks and more, CARS is ideal for children who love seeing things that go. Each page features a brilliantly photographed image along with a title so the next time your four-year-old is debating the merits of SUVs versus Jeeps, you can join in the fun Used as a jumpstart for interaction, Discover Series Picture Books are a great way to introduce new images, words and ideas to kids

Trains are used across the world to transport goods and passengers. They can ride rails underground, move at high-speeds and travel between countries and can be powered by coal, diesel or electricity. Trains takes readers on a journey through history and across the world as they discover the wonder of the railway. You can see how train travel has developed through history - from simple mining wagons to high-speed machines and beyond. You can build your own encyclopedia with Ladybird Books. Other titles available in the series: Animal Habitats Insects and Minibeasts Baby Animals Trees Sea Creatures Electricity Weather The Solar System The Human Body

This highly popular and long-running series has been revamped for a new generation of readers, with a clean, crisp redesign and colourful covers. The series explores questions that young readers ask about the world around them in an unrivalled child-friendly style. The conversational format is perfect for delivering solid information in a natural, amusing and imaginative way.

This award winning book for children ages 4 to 8 by Technical Training Consultants Inc. (the leader in locomotive training worldwide) was the runner up in the children's category at the "Beach Book Festival" and received honorable mentions at the "New York" and "London Book" festivals. Children have always been fascinated with trains. Why not show them how a real train works? This book is a fun and informative way for children to learn how the locomotive that pulls all of the railroad cars actually works. Does a locomotive work like an automobile, a truck, or is it more like a toy train set? Why not let our engineer show you Colorfully illustrated, young children and their parents will find this book fun and informative as the operation of a modern day locomotive clearly and simply unfolds before their very eyes. As a bonus, the book illustrates how to keep children and parents safe at railroad crossings. So if your child loves trains, they are sure to love "How a Real Locomotive Works."