I Wonder Why: Planes Have Wings and Other Questions About Transport answers children’s questions about how different types of transportation work. The book explains why planes have wings, how ships float, how trains stay on tracks, and how cars move. With colorful illustrations and simple explanations, it introduces young readers to basic engineering and transportation concepts in an engaging…
Brain-Science: Colourtation The New Meditation by Dr. Stan Rodski offers adults a way to use colouring as a meditative practice to calm the mind, reduce stress, and promote well-being. Through scientifically designed patterns, repetition, and focus, coloring becomes a mindful exercise rather than just a creative hobby. The book explains how colouring can influence brainwaves, reduce the fight-o…
Sorcerers and spirits have always played a part in the world of human imagination, and this book reveals the facts behind the fantasy.
On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong stepped on the moon and, to an audience of over 450 million people, proclaimed his step a "giant leap for mankind." This Eagle Scout built his own model planes as a little boy and then grew up to be a test pilot for experimental aircraft before becoming an astronaut. Over 80 black-and-white illustrations bring Armstrong's story to life.
Discover the inner workings of 15 aircraft, from simple early flyers to state-of-the-art bombers; Illustrations and photographs throughout.
Born the eighth of seventeen children in Philadelphia, Betsy Ross lived in a time when the American colonies were yearning for independence from British rule. Ross worked as a seamstress and was eager to contribute to the cause, making tents and repairing uniforms when the colonies declared war. By 1779 she was filling cartridges for the Continental Army. Did she sew the first flag? That’s up…
Everyone is making things for the craft fair. Shahnaz wants to make something extra special. Will the other children laugh at her idea?
Presents how and why different technological inventions, such as log rafts, bridges, and papyrus, were developed, and gives instruction on how to make these things out of ordinary materials.
In Minecraft, you're never alone and the threat of attack is constant. How will you survive? This book will teach you everything you need to know to defend yourself from hostile monsters and enemy players.
Can you run from an alligator? Ride a wave? Land an airplane? escape from handcuffs? Avoid a vampire's bite? No? Well now you can learn these tricks and more in Necessary Skills and Then Some. Previously published as This Book Made Me Do It, Necessary Skills and Then Some shows readers step-by-step how to make, explore, and do pretty much everything. With content appropriate for kids ages 9 an…