Overview

Discover the world of cutting-edge technology with this comprehensive visual encyclopedia. Full of surprising facts and stunning photographs, this accessible book takes in the full sweep of modern life-from solar power to microchips, and from cars to lightbulbs. Based on the very latest research, this is the definitive children's guide to understanding the world around us. Accessible, entertaining, and authoritative, this comprehensive visual encyclopedia supports the key stage 2 (KS2) curriculum and is great for home learning. The perfect introduction to the world of technology for children aged eight and above.

Full Product Details

Author:   Anita Loughrey ,  Alex Woolf
Publisher:   Arcturus Publishing Ltd
Imprint:   Arcturus
Dimensions:   Width: 22.50cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 28.00cm
Weight:   0.835kg
ISBN:  

9781788886451

ISBN 10:   1788886453
Pages:   128
Publication Date:   15 September 2019
Recommended Age:   From 8 to 12 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  Children / Juvenile
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Transport Technology; Bicycles; Cars; Car Safety; Trains; Planes; Speed Boats; Hovercraft; Submarines; Drones; Spacecraft; Entertainment Technology; Three Dimensional 3D movies; Bluetooth Speakers; Electric Guitars; Headphones; Radios; Remote Controls; Remote Control Cars; Television; Video Games; Virtual Reality; Information Technology; Cameras; Smartphones and tablets; Watches; Microchips; Home Computers; The Internet; Cloud Storage; Wi-Fi; Weather Satellites; GPS; Home Technology; Batteries; Electric Power; Running Water; Thermos Flasks; Fridges; Hairdryers; Lightbulbs; Microwave Ovens; Ovens; Washing Machines; Body Technology; Glasses; Hearing Aids; X-Ray Machines; Pacemakers; Prosthetic Limbs; Medical Technoloy; MRI; Nanotechnology; RFID Chips; CRISPR Technology; World Technology; 3D Printing; Cranes; Traffic Lights; Printing Presses; Water Treatment; Nuclear Power; Solar Power; Recycling Facilities; Robotics; Artificial Intelligence

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Anita Loughrey has written a wide range of children's books for preschool, primary school and secondary school. Her background as a primary school teacher has given her an especially good understanding of how to communicate effectively to young readers. Alex Woolf is the award-winning author of over eighty books of fiction and non-fiction, mainly for children and young adults. In 2019, he won the Fiction Express Award for his book Mystery at Moon Base One and in 2021 he won the Association for Science Education award for his non-fiction book Think Like a Scientist. His horror novel, Soul Shadows, was shortlisted for the Falkirk Red Book Award. He lives in North London, England.

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