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1) How It Works
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Issue 191
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English
Description
Welcome to How It Works, the magazine that explains everything you never knew you wanted to know about the world we live in. Loaded with fully illustrated guides and expert knowledge, and with sections dedicated to science, technology, transportation, space, history and the environment, no subject is too big or small for How It Works to explain.
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One of the most revolutionary machines ever created is one of the most familiar, the car. From huge trucks to two-door coupes, every gas-powered car works the same. Through creative infographics, readers can learn about how a car works as well as the intricacies of many other machines and motors. Simple labels and succinct, informative text accompany each infographic to present readers with facts and processes they can easily use in their STEM classes....
3) Our planet
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English
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Earth science is made up of so many topics: weather, landforms, and even natural disasters. It can take a lot of time to learn about the details of each. Infographics are the perfect way to cover a lot of these subject areas in less time, including why earthquakes happen, the water cycle, and how mountains form, as well as many other parts of the Earth science curriculum. Each chapter aims to involve readers in what they're learning through succinct...
5) Your body
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What is the body made of? How do eyes and ears work? Questions like these are sure to come to mind when readers learn about the human body. In this book, infographics offer a special and effective way for readers to learn the answers to these questions and more. Simple labels and informative text give each infographic context and connect it to the science curriculum. Readers are further engaged as they read with "Try This" boxes that ask them to apply...
6) Our universe
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"This book presents unique information about the solar system, stars, and sun in a visual manner that can help both engage readers and reinforce their knowledge"--Provided by publisher.
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By the time someone turns 21, they'll likely have spent about 200 days of their life playing video games, and even more using a mobile phone. Readers know that technology is a huge part of our lives, but they might not know exactly how some of it works. This book uses labeled infographics accompanied by simple, understandable text to tackle both familiar technology, such as cell phones, and newer technology, like solar panels. Each infographic describes...
9) Racing cars
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Pub. Date
1990.
Language
English
Description
Introduces the working parts and system modifications of racing cars.
10) Trains
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English
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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to how trains work. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by publisher.
11) Submarines
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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to submarines. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
12) Electric guitars
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English
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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to electric guitars. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade" --
13) Cell phones
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English
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"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to how cell phones work. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
20) The Internet
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English
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Introduces readers to the science that makes the Internet possible. Accessible text, helpful diagrams, and a "How Does It Work?" feature make this book an exciting introduction to understanding technology.
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