Description
How many simple machines do you use every day? Probably more than you realize
Machines make work easier helping break things apart, lift heavy objects, and change the power and direction of force applied to them. In this accessible picture book, celebrated nonfiction author David A. Adler outlines different types of simple machineswedges, wheels, levers, pulleys, and moreand gives common examples of how we use them every day.
Anna Raffs bright illustrations show how simple machines workand add a dose of fun and humor, too. Two appealing kids and their comical cat use machines to ride see-saws, turn knobs, and even eat apples.
Perfect for classrooms or for budding engineers to read on their own, Simple Machines uses clear, simple language to introduce important mechanical vocabulary, and easy-to-understand examples to illustrate how we use machines to solve all kinds of problems.
Dont miss David A. Adler and Anna Raffs other science collaborationsincluding Light Waves; Magnets Push, Magnets Pull; and Things That Float and Things That Dont.
Author: David A. Adler
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Holiday House
Published: 01/30/2016
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 10.70h x 8.60w x 0.10d
ISBN: 9780823435722
Language: English
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