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Science Makers: Making with Machines Anna Claybourne

Science Makers: Making with Machines By Anna Claybourne

Science Makers: Making with Machines by Anna Claybourne

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Summary

Become a Science Maker by experimenting, tinkering and building - the hands-on way to discover the wonders of science

Science Makers: Making with Machines Summary

Science Makers: Making with Machines by Anna Claybourne

Be a SCIENCE MAKER by experimenting, tinkering and building to discover the wonders of science! Learn all about MACHINES by following in the footsteps of famous scientists, artists and inventors.
- Build a battle catapult like famous machine-maker Archimedes
- Make an artificial robot arm based on Kaylene Kau's award-winning design
- Be inspired by sculptor Fi Henshall and create your own bird automaton, and much more!

Each title in this series contains ten 'makes', prompted by featured profiles of great scientists, artists and engineers. Children will learn about and create the experiments and builds that have led to world-changing discoveries, amazing machines and inspiring artworks. Perfect for KS2 science and technology classes aged 9 and up.

About Anna Claybourne

Anna Claybourne has written over 150 children's books on all kinds of subjects, from sharks, black holes and splitting the atom to how to draw, Shakespeare's life, and Greek myths and legends. She knows a lot about conservation in the rain forests of Costa Rica as she once volunteered there for three months. She likes space, sewing and music, plays the trombone and loves going camping.

Table of Contents

  • 1: How machines work
  • 2: Thing flinger | Science: ballistics, projectiles
  • 3: Cable delivery | Science: pulleys, transport
  • 4: Powered flight | Science: flight, transport
  • 5: Weather machine | Science: air pressure, weather, levers
  • 6: Bubbles galore! | Science: soap bubbles, automation
  • 7: At the touch of a toe | Science: machines, automation
  • 8: Snack machine | Science: automation, levers
  • 9: Flapping bird | Science: automata, robotics
  • 10: Jitter critter | Science: motion, robotics
  • 11: Robot tentacle | Science: robotics, prosthetics
  • 12: Glossary and further information
  • 13: Index

Additional information

GOR013588161
9781526305510
1526305518
Science Makers: Making with Machines by Anna Claybourne
Anna Claybourne
Science Makers
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Hachette Children's Group
2020-01-09
32
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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