Jet Plane: How It Works

by David Macaulay and Sheila Keenan

Published 18 September 2012
Introduces young readers to the mechanical science of jet planes that recreates an airplane ride while explaining how powerful engines, specially designed wings, and cockpit controls work together to enable a jet's flight.

From the engines that provide the power and the wings that lift the plane off the ground to the cockpit controls and passenger cabin, this book shows how these modern marvels work and what makes them stay in the air.

Castle: How It Works

by David Macaulay

Published 1 January 1982
From the moat and portcullis to the great hall and dungeon, this book explains how a castle works as an enemy army tries to storm the walls.

Follows the planning, construction, and ultimate testing in battle of a typical fortress with adjoining town built by the English during the Middle Ages.


Eye: How It Works

by David Macaulay and Sheila Keenan

Published 14 April 2015