Meet more colorful characters in the Basher Science series. Engineering will introduce you to the Science Buffs, Mechanical Mob, Design Dynamos, Material Marvels, Master Builders, Mega Machines, and Digital Dudes. Learn about the principles and materials used in engineering and some of the many projects invented. Learn about the basics of physics, 3-D printer, prototypes, concrete, steel, smart materials, and much more with these creative little characters. The information is a great introduction to engineering concepts, but in an amusing visual format. The Basher characters will serve as visual reminders for each concept.
Basher Science: Engineering
SKU
029245
ISBN
9780753473115
Grade 5-9
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Publisher's Description of Basher Science: Engineering
How does a 3D printer work? What stops a skyscraper from falling over? Where does a smart phone store information?
Welcome to the world of engineering! Discover how the familiar machines and buildings in today's world are constructed, and how they function. How do scientists choose the right materials for the right job? Which scientific principles lie behind each machine or structure?
Basher's highly original books explain difficult scientific concepts in ingenious ways, making them tangible, understandable and even lovable. Chatty first-person text and stylish, contemporary character illustrations give a voice, personality, and story to each topic -- it's a truly brilliant way to communicate science.
Category Description for Physics for the Grammar Stage
Physics for the Grammar Stage is a thirty-six-week study of energy, light, sound, electricity, motion, forces, and engineering that is built on quality books kids want to read, hands-on experiments, and guided student notebooking exercises. The course is nicely organized and easy to use for parents and kids alike. Required for the course are the Physics for the Grammar Stage Teacher Guide, spine books, and student materials. We also offer the printed Physics for the Grammar Stage Student Workbook. If you prefer lapbooking, a PDF of Lapbook Templates is available from the publisher. Written to be religiously neutral, the recommended resource books may reference evolution or an old earth timeline.
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 5-9 |
| Brand: | Kingfisher |
| Author: | Simon Basher |
| ISBN: | 9780753473115 |
| Length in Inches: | 7 |
| Width in Inches: | 7 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.65 |
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