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9781587283574

Machines

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  • ISBN13:

    9781587283574

  • ISBN10:

    1587283573

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2000-05-01
  • Publisher: Natl Book Network
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Summary

-- A unique blend of imaginative activities, experiments, and science facts helps develop scientific thought.
-- This mix of hobby and science teaches kids to observe, collate information, and reach conclusions.
-- Teaches scientific principles through the hands-on process of making science work.
-- An invaluable science series for school and home.

Author Biography

Andrew Haslam is a joint winner of the Best Science Writing for Children Award, from the American Institute of Physics. He has an MA in Graphic Design from the Royal College of Art, London, as well as a BA from the Royal College of Art, in Graphic Information Design. He is also a qualified teacher of Art, Design and Craft, and Design and Technology. Andrew Haslam has taught children both elementary and middle school levels

Table of Contents

Being an Engineer
4(2)
Levers
6(2)
Catapults
8(2)
Linking Levers
10(2)
Pulleys
12(2)
Running Smoothly
14(2)
Belt Drive
16(2)
Gears
18(2)
Gear Drawing
20(2)
Cams
22(2)
Gravity Screw
24(2)
Archimedes' Screw
26(2)
Balance
28(2)
Pneumatics
30(2)
Rocket Power
32(2)
Wind and Water
34(2)
Rubber Band Power
36(2)
Moving Through Air
38(2)
Steam Engines
40(2)
Marble Clock
42(2)
All Kinds of Clocks
44(2)
Glossary 46(2)
Index 48

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