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Books > Children's & Educational > Technology & applied sciences > Transport technologies > General
"Chug Chug Tractor" is part of DK's new novelty transport series
perfect for toddlers. In "Chug Chug Tractor," young readers are
presented with a high quality reading experience with exciting
novelties including vehicle and animal sounds, touch-and-feel
panels, intriguing flaps, and remarkable pop-outs. Combined with
bright photographs and entertaining rhyming text, "Chug Chug
Tractor" offers a hands-on, interactive learning experience. Word
labels name interesting images in each scene, like the parts of a
vehicle, the names of an animal, or the type of building, and
provide talking points for parent and child.
Toot! Toot! The steam train whistles. "Clickety-clack! The freight
train rattles. Lift the flaps to discover how trains work, what
they do, and where in the world they go. From traditional steam
trains to super-fast bullet trains, trams and funicular railways,
children will love lifting the flaps to discover how different
types of trains work. With lots of fun facts about about the
history of train travel and famous trains and railways from around
the world. Perfect for any little train enthusiast.
Packed with more than 1,000 incredible images and full of
fascinating facts, this beautiful children's book takes you on an
exciting journey across land, sea and sky. Have you ever wondered
what the very first car looked like? Or what weird and wonderful
animals people used for transport in the olden days? Ever heard of
wing-walking? Or record-breaking racing cars? If you find yourself
seeking the answers to these quirky questions and so many more,
then Our World In Pictures: Cars, Trains, Ships, and Planes may be
the book for you! Explore the incredible world of automobiles,
aviation and more, from mini motors to modern warships, helicopters
to high-speed trains, with this engaging encyclopedia for children
aged 9-12 perfect for young transport enthusiasts. Celebrate your
child's curiosity as they explore: -Striking and detailed diagrams,
drawings and illustrations on every page -A highly visual approach
to learning -Ideal combination of colourful diagrams with
infographic text boxes -Timeline spreads tell the story of
transport from the first wheel to the latest hybrids This
captivating kids encyclopedia also takes a fun, more sideways look
at some of the world's meanest machines as well as the most
fearless riders in action! , The striking illustrations,
photographs and diagrams featured throughout provide an optimum
visual learning experience for both children and adults alike,
accompanied by an array of fun facts all about your ships,
shuttles, planes, monster trucks and more, as well as modes of
transport you may have never seen of heard of before! This terrific
transport encyclopedia includes at-a-glance panels that provide a
quick reference to all the stats, making this cool car book an
ideal combination of colourful diagrams and infographic text boxes
with easy-to-read accessible text for readers aged 9-12, yet can be
enjoyed by the entire family, making this enthralling children's
encyclopedia a beautiful and educational gift that can be passed
down generations. Learn all about the world one picture at a time!
If you like Cars, Trains, Ships, and Planes, then why not complete
the collection? Part of the highly-visual Our World In Pictures
series, avid readers can dive into the world of dinosaurs with The
Dinosaur Book, understand the inner workings of the animal kingdom
with Animal Book and venture on a journey across the globe with
Countries, Cultures, People & Places.
Discover the world of engineering with fun, step-by-step projects
Think of all the different ways we get around - by car, bus, train,
plane ... even by spaceship! Transport and aerospace engineers are
the people who design and build the vehicles and infrastructure
that keep us on the move. Kid-Engineer is the perfect introduction
to the topic for budding young engineers. Each book focuses on one
of the key engineering disciplines, breaking it down to make it
interesting and accessible for young readers. Simple step-by-step
activities bring the learning to life and encourage readers to
develop their own engineering and design skills. Great reading for
aspiring engineers aged 8 and above. Other titles in the series
include: Energy Computers & Robotics Buildings & Structures
Transport & Aerospace Materials
Did you know about the new train that is part vacuum cleaner? Or
hydrogen fuel cells, catamarans and pantographs? Well, where have
you been! Whether it flies, floats, races or sails, Infomojis: Cars
and Vehicles is all about exploring the world of transport in a fun
and engaging way. Each book features custom-made 'infomojis' -
presenting the information with real personality! So inject fun
into facts, and take your young engineer to the next evolution in
infographics. Perfect for readers aged 8+.
For more than 100 years, people have been captivated by the disastrous sinking of the Titanic that claimed over 1,500 lives. Now young readers can find out why the great ship went down and how it was discovered seventy-five years later.
At 2:20 a.m. on April 15, 1912, the Royal Mail Steamer Titanic, the largest passenger steamship of this time, met its catastrophic end after crashing into an iceberg. Of the 2,240 passengers and crew onboard, only 705 survived. More than 100 years later, today's readers will be intrigued by the mystery that surrounds this ship that was originally labeled "unsinkable."
These fun books shaped like vehicles have four wheels so little
drivers can race them anywhere. Full color.
Did you know about the new train that is part vacuum cleaner? Or
hydrogen fuel cells, catamarans and pantographs? Well, where have
you been! Whether it flies, floats, races or sails, Infomojis: Cars
and Vehicles is all about exploring the world of transport in a fun
and engaging way. Each book features custom-made 'infomojis' -
presenting the information with real personality! So inject fun
into facts, and take your young engineer to the next evolution in
infographics. Perfect for readers aged 8+.
Come along for a ride with "Curious George's Fire Truck"--an
innovative novelty book that's shaped like a truck George loves to
visit his friends at the fire station. When the alarm sounds, he
and the firefighters are off to the rescue. Curious little ones
will love exploring the fire engine and all its parts with their
favorite mischievous monkey. Then it's up to them to set the
scene--raise the ladder, grab a hose, and help George save the day
Delightful rhymes on every page plus moving parts and press-out
play pieces make this a perfect choice for story time and play
time
Take a look at how aeroplanes are designed, how they take off and
how engineers make sure they stay up in the sky. Find out about
cars, trains, boats and helicopters, explore remarkable vehicles
from self-driving cars to maglev trains and space rovers, and
admire some of the world's most iconic cars. Test your
understanding with fun projects such as making your own mini-maglev
from plastic bricks and magnets. Inject some fun into STEAM topics,
with these lively examinations of buildings, robots, computers,
vehicles, materials and space! This bright, colourful new series
aims to inspire children with a lifelong love of STEAM subjects.
Born on a small farm in rural Michigan, Henry Ford's humble
beginnings were no match for his ambition. Ford quickly created a
manufacturing dynasty, bringing affordable cars to the masses and
forever changing America and the American workplace. "Who Was Henry
Ford?" details his meteoric rise, and explains how the genius
behind the assembly line and the Model T shaped modern American
industry.
Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged
3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series
includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and
non-fiction. * Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by
language learning experts * Structured language progression to
develop children's reading, writing, speaking, listening and
critical thinking skills * Eight levels follow the Common European
Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) * Language
activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to
A2 (YLE) tests * A unique code in each printed book provides access
to online audio, extra activities and learning resources Rebecca
and Friends, a Beginner level Reader, helps children to learn and
practice their first words in English. It introduces everyday
phrases and focuses on vocabulary that young children can use in
daily life. Simple text and repetition support understanding, and
speaking and listening activities develop confidence. Rebecca has a
lot of friends! Visit the Ladybird Education website for more
information.
Learn all about Thomas the Tank Engine, Kana the first electric
train on Sodor, Sir Topham Hatt, and many other steam engines,
diesels, vehicles and characters from Sodor. This colourful guide
is packed with fun facts about a host of popular characters from
the much-loved brand, including the new-look characters from the
latest Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go (TM) TV series. It also
features scenes and storylines from the exciting new animations.
With stunning full-colour images and essential information about
favourite characters, Meet the Engines: An Encyclopedia of the
Thomas & Friends Characters is a must-have for all young Thomas
fans. (c)2020 Gullane (Thomas) Limited.
From super cars such as the Bugatti Veyron to the luxury Bentley,
Mercedes and BMW, this series looks at the most incredible cars in
existence! Top Marques: SUVs and Off-Roaders looks at the history
of SUVs, and at some of the most cutting-edge 4x4 vehicles around,
from the Porsche Cayenne to the Range Rover SDV8, the Nissan
Navara, the Toyota FJ Cruiser, the Jeep Wrangler and the Mercedes
Unimog. A 'High Spec' panel on every spread details some of the
jaw-dropping features of these cars, and a 'Fast and Furious'
feature explains the basic science behind how prestige cars perform
and are powered, such as G-force, combustion, friction,
acceleration, and aerodynamics. Finally, discover amazing 'Turbo
Facts' such as, for example, why a F1 car could drive on the
ceiling! Incredible, full-bleed photographs and punchy, fact-filled
text make this the perfect series for all car fanatics aged 7 and
above. Racing cars are just some of the prestige cars around. Why
not learn about more, in the other books in the series: Top
Marques: Racing Cars, Top Marques: Luxury Cars and Top Marques:
Supercars.
Did you know that car-mad Richard Hammond worked in radio before
that all-important audition for Top Gear? And there is more to him
than just cars... he has presented science shows, a challenge game
show and nature documentaries. Find out all about the man nicknamed
The Hamster by his co-presenters: what inspires him, who his
celebrity mates are, just how many cars he owns, what his favourite
food is, and much more. A fantastic resource for biography based
project work!
Trains and other vehicles that travel on rails and tracks have been
around for hundreds of years. While most of these are for
transport, roller coasters and a few others are just for fun! Find
out how maglev trains use magnets to reach speeds of more than 250
miles per hour. Discover what it's like to travel in a pod car, and
learn how the world's wildest roller coasters live up to their
scream-worthy rankings. See the most awesome rides on tracks and
rails!
The wheel was invented more than 5,000 years ago and it has brought
some awesome vehicles our way. But this invention isn't over and
done with yet! Take a tour of some of the most unique and
fascinating vehicles around. See how military unmanned ground
vehicles tackle rough terrain and keep soldiers safe. Find out how
the fastest electric racing cars work. Think a car can't handle
street driving one minute and tackling sand dunes the next? The
high-performance Zarooq Sandracer can! See the limitless
possibilities of wheeled vehicles!
-Perfect for babies and toddlers.
-the combination of colorful pictures and simple words help build a
child's vocabulary.
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