Kingfisher Young Knowledge
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This is an introduction to the world of machines, from the simplest robots through to the robots which operate complex machinery in factories, hospitals, on space missions and in cars, to the latest intelligent robots and cyborgs. Young readers will discover how the different parts of robots fit and work together and find out some of the many useful things they can do. Projects allow children to build simple robots and machines and investigate the robots all around them in everyday life.
"KFYK" is a highly visual, accessible and inspirational learning experience. Lively, engaging text explains the basics of a favourite science subject, zooming in on intriguing aspects illustrated with stunning full-colour photographs."KFYK Materials" answers the fundamental questions about the matter and materials that make up the physical world: What are rocks made of? Where do plastics come from? Why can I see through glass? Here, readers are introduced to the most common natural and manufactured materials and shown why some are soft, others runny, some stretchy, and others which snap.