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Look Inside How Things Work
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A fascinating flap book packed withinteresting information about how lots of things work. Discover the innerworkings of cars and boats, farm and building site machines, everyday householditems including vacuum cleaners, computers and fridges, and much more. Illustrations: Full colourthroughout
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Have you ever wondered how cars roar along roads, or planes soar into the sky? Discover how all sorts of amazing things work, from fire engines and submarines to dishwashers and vacuum cleaners, in this exciting introduction to engineering for young children, with over 70 flaps to lift.
Includes links to carefully selected websites to find out more.
Look Inside How Things Work by Rob Lloyd Jones offers an engaging exploration into the mechanics of everyday objects, sparking curiosity and learning through dynamic visuals and interactive elements.
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Look Inside How Things Work by Rob Lloyd Jones is praised for its engaging and interactive design, which captivates young readers with flaps and illustrations that explore how everyday objects function. The book effectively combines educational content with fun, encouraging curiosity and learning through visuals and simple explanations. Parents and educators appreciate its ability to simplify complex concepts, making it ideal for inquisitive children.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781474936576
Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd
Format: Board book
Date Published: 05 April 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Usborne Publishing Ltd
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Stefano Tognetti
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 14.0mm
Width: 199.0mm
Height: 223.0mm
Weight: 440g
Pages: 14
About the Author
Rob studied Egyptology at university, but never thought he'd do much with it. Since joining Usborne in 2005, he's written loads of books about Ancient Egypt, and on topics ranging from space to the story of Islam. He is also the author of several award-winning historical adventure novels, and a hopeless cook
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