Action (Flying start science) - Softcover

Taylor, Kim

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1855611090 ISBN 13: 9781855611092

Publisher: Belitha Press, 1992

Synopsis

One of a series which aims to help children look more closely at the world in which they live, this book on action juxtaposes elements from the natural and mechanical world. Using photographic sequences and illustrations the text examines the reasons behind the way things function.

About this title

From the Publisher

Part of a five volume series which answers many of the questions that a typical, inquisitive child asks about the natural world, focusing on how all living things--including mankind--obey and make use of nature's fundamental laws. Presents fascinating facts, sound information and numerous simple experiments. Contains beautiful and dynamic photographs that not only illustrate the subject matter but also bring it to life. Light details how important light is to the Earth's existence; where it comes from; and what it is. Water discusses the elementary principles of fluid dynamics--how clouds are made; what happens when water freezes or boils; and why it rains. Action explains just how we begin moving and what occurs when we leap, turn or stop. Dramatic action photographs depict how birds fly and glide; how animals crawl, walk and jump; and how fish swim. Structure makes it fun to discover nature's shapes and forms, ranging from the shell of a prawn to a sugar crystal and demonstrates how man imitates nature in building homes, bridges and more. Pattern introduces the reader to the concept of patterns and why certain things have the patterns they have. The last section is a guessing game to identify what a pattern is made of.

From Kirkus Reviews

Splendid color photos coupled with a simple, precise text make this and Taylor's other three titles in the new ``Flying Start Science'' series (Structure; Water; Light) engrossing and exciting introductions to both physical science and the natural world. Here, a stop-action photo of an apple falling from a tree gives instant insight into the laws of motion and the meaning of acceleration; it could even lead to the kind of curiosity and surmise that inspired Newton's laws. The author's dog, leaning toward the inside of the curve she is bounding around, is simultaneously a vivid illustration of centrifugal force, a friendly, familiar sight, and a handsome picture. Simple experiments allow hands-on verification of the principles discussed. Moving back and forth between pictures of plants, insects, or animals and discussions of forces, actions, and reactions transforms science from word or curriculum to the real world around us. Glossary, index. (Nonfiction. 8+) -- Copyright ©1992, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved.

Edition details

• Publisher: Belitha Press
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 1855611090
• ISBN 13: 9781855611092
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 31