TV presenter Adam Hart-Davies turns his attention to some of the key inventions which changed the world. His clear and simple explanations are supported by illustrations including flaps that lift and wheels which vividly demonstrate how toilets flush and the basic principles of the steam engine.
Fun to ‘play’ with, this is also a book which will teach each young reader about the machines they use in everyday life - and take for granted.
Discover how the world's greatest inventions work in this funny and accessible novelty book by inventions expert, Adam Hart-Davis. If you've ever wondered why the pencil came into existence, or how a steam engine works, or when we started using flushing toilets, this book has all the answers. Based on seven key areas of invention, Adam Hart-Davis tells the stories behind steam power, lighting, toilets, clocks, communication, bikes and flight, and how they are still relevant to our world today.
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Discover how the world's greatest inventions work in this funny and accessible novelty book by inventions expert, Adam Hart-Davis. If you've ever wondered why the pencil came into existence, or how a steam engine works, or when we started using flushing toilets, this book has all the answers.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Inventions: A History of Key Inventions That Changed the World and determined it is suitable for children aged 7-10 years old
Inventions: A History of Key Inventions That Changed the World features in the following genres: Featured Books for 9+ readers, Recommendations, Science, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 7+ readers
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Inventions: A History of Key Inventions That Changed the World was written by Adam Hart-Davis and published by Walker Books Ltd
Inventions: A History of Key Inventions That Changed the World has 12 pages
