Children’s / Teenage general interest: Machines and how things work

How does a giant cruise ship stay upright?

Motorcycles are made for speed-but some get there louder and faster than others!

On battlefields throughout history, devastating engines of war have helped armies clinch victories and preserve empires.

How does an egg become a penguin?

You probably know that electricity powers your computer and other electronics.

Its bed is loaded up.

What do flagpoles and some window blinds have in common?

Welcome to the exciting world of firefighting!

From tractors pulling plows in fields to big rigs hauling trailers across the country, readers will learn about fascinating vehicles designed to do big jobs.

Have you seen a rally car race before?

How does a cocoa bean become a delicious chocolate bar?

Is it easier to lift a bag full of toys with an inclined plane or a pulley?

How does a sheet of leather become a football?

Pickup trucks are some of the toughest vehicles there are.

Technology and engineering surround us.

As the most extensive database, fingerprints have helped solve millions of crimes.

Make a set of traps and triggers powered by rubber bands and inspired by real-life devices.

From cyber worlds to nano-technology, discover an array of always-changing technologies.

How does a corn seed become corn on the cob?

The exciting world of science and technology is broken down into fun, digestible chunks in this illustrated book for 5 to 7 year olds.

How does an egg become an owl?

Is it easier to move heavy box with an inclined plane or wheels and axles?

¿Cómo se convierte un maní en mantequilla de maní cremosa?

How does a pile of garbage become compost?

How does a cocoa bean turn into tasty chocolate?

This roundup of emergency vehicles not only covers ambulances, fire trucks, and police cars, but also fireboats, lifeboats, search-and-rescue helicopters, and more.

How does a tree turn into a comic book or a magazine?

How does a foal grow into a horse?

¿Qué son los imanes?

Submarines are mighty and sneaky military watercraft.

Beginning readers will explore how hammers pound in and pull out nails.

Follow Maddie Moate as she takes a look inside everyday objects and machines from fridges to fire engines!

You've probably played with magnets or seen them on a refrigerator door.

For any kid who's ever wanted to take a rocket apart to see how it works - this book invites you to slice, dice and delve into these amazing machines!

What vehicle can push away rocks and dirt?

Engineers and scientists have been developing AI since the 1950s, and it has come a long way since then!

Have you ever seen a car crash?

Tractors are in the spotlight in this title published jointly with New Holland Agriculture.

How does hot wax become a colorful crayon?

Computers cannot understand human languages such as English.

Blockchain is the powerful technology behind popular cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin.

Tin cans were first produced in London in 1813.

Carefully leveled text and full color photos introduce readers to military drones.

This fantastic book is designed for kids aged 4-7 who are curious about the fascinating world of construction workers and their impact on the community.

What do staircases, dump truck beds, and ramps have in common?

What do bicycles, doorknobs, and screwdrivers have in common?

Landlubbers can make a splash with these easy-to-make watercraft using simple, everyday items!

Jets are sleek and powerful.