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Books > Children's & Educational > Technology & applied sciences > Transport technologies
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."
The critically acclaimed Mortal Engines quartet is repackaged in a
paperback boxset with fantastic and eye-catching covers featuring
new artwork by Ian McQue. Mortal Engines launched Philip Reeve's
brilliantly-imagined creation, the world of the Traction Era, where
mobile cities fight for survival in a post-apocalyptic future. 20
years on from it's first publication, it is hailed as a modern
classic. TITLES INCLUDED Mortal Engines Predator's Gold Infernal
Devices A Darkling Plain Four paperback novels in a card slipcase,
shrinkwrapped. With a story that is epic, beatifully crafted and
absorbing for the entire four novels, this boxset is the perfect
gift for lovers of fantasy novels and classic science fiction such
as Dune. ABOUT THE SERIES Mortal Engines was made into a feature
length film starring Hugo Weaving and produced and written by Lord
of the Rings director Peter Jackson The first book in the series
won the coveted Smarties Gold Book award REVIEWS "Like the moving
cities it depicts, Reeve's debut novel is a staggering feat of
engineering, a brilliant construction that offers new wonders at
every turn." - Publishers Weekly "...readers who enjoy violent,
titanic clashes between good and evil will be absorbed from
beginning to end." - Kirkus Reviews
Ian Fleming's beloved original text -- newly illustrated by Joe
Berger
"Crackpot" is what everybody calls the Pott family. So when they go
to buy a new car and come back with a wreck, nobody is surprised.
Except for the Potts themselves. First, the car has a name. And she
tells them what it is. Then they find out that she can fly. And
swim. . . . Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is a car on a mission to stop a
criminal gang in its tracks -- and she is taking the Potts with her
Jump into the world's most loved magical car for her first
adventure.
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.
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.
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+.
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.
Diggers and Dumpers: This eight-page booklet with two illustrated
double-page spreads of kids' favorite trucks features three
fact-filled pages of informative text with space for stickers and
four pages crammed with over 60 self-adhesive color stickers.
Includes extra stickers to swap with friends or decorate books,
bags, and stationery.
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
"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.
Learn all about the hardest-working machine on the farm in a board
book shaped like a real tractor! I am a tractor.I work on a
farm.Readers may want to put on their work gloves for this fun and
sturdy board book shaped like a tractor! Read along as this mighty
tractor helps plow fields, pull heavy machinery, and do more
hardworking tasks down on the farm!Little tractor enthusiasts will
love seeing this tough tractor in action in this latest book in the
bestselling I Am a Truck series!
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.
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!
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