Pattern, Flying Start Science

Taylor, Kim

ISBN 10: 0471579823 / ISBN 13: 9780471579823

Published by Jossey-Bass, 1992

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Pattern, Flying Start Science
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass
• Publication Date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0471579823
• ISBN 13: 9780471579823
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Flying Start Science Pattern

• A fascinating introduction to the patterns that surround us, both in nature and in the human world.
• Superb action photographs by author Kim Taylor, leading wildlife photographer.
• Simple experiments for young scientists to try.
• "Engrossing and exciting introductions to both physical science and the natural world"

— Kirkus Reviews on the Flying Start Science series.

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.