John Farndon Br (94 results)

Hardback. Condition: Good. How do planes stay in the air? What is vertical takeoff? How does a pilot control altitude in a hot-air balloon? Join the Stickmen to find out how mechanisms work. Get an insider's view of these airborne wonders. Paul De Quay, John (illustrator).

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. A valuable addition to the Kingfisher First Reference series, this book offers the perfect introduction to the enduringly popular subject of both wild and domestic animals. Color photos & illustrations.

Paperback. Condition: Good.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Early in the 17th century, Francis Bacon decided that the best way to learn about the world was to discover things for oneself. Since then, science has been a marriage of observation and experimentation. The experiments contained in each chapter allow young scientists to investigate basic principles using common household materials and easy-to-follow instructions. The titles are filled with dozens of color photographs that illustrate experiments and provide a glimpse of everyday and extraordinary uses of the subject. In addition, engaging features such as Did You Know? boxes provide fascinating facts. The In Focus sections offer in-depth looks at specific features of each subject. In The Real World boxes highlight pivotal experiments by real scientists.…

Hardback. Condition: Fair. Three years after the Battle of Rift Ridge, Mink is still struggling as he adjusts to his new life as a Machinist in the high-tech world of Freeland. Two goals push him to keep going: developing his newly discovered affinity for metal and avenging his lost love. Both will require him to break the law.Mink's unique talents are illegal to use but his skill of manipulating metal soon catches the attention of a clandestine revolutionary group, who offer to help him achieve his objectives in exchange for sharing his abilities.When a plot to destroy his former home is discovered, Mink will have no choice but to trust an unknown ally and hope that his newly acquired skills will be enough to save them before his past catches up to him.…

Hardback. Condition: Like New. Explore the structures you encounter in your everyday life and around the world that exist because of engineering. Discover how the world's tallest building stays standing and more with full-color illustrations designed to keep young readers engaged and entertained while they learn. Matthews, Joe (illustrator).…

Hardback. Condition: Good. How does a giant cruise ship stay upright? Just how big is an aircraft carrier? How are submarines powered? Join the Stickmen for a close look at how watercrafts work, though be carefulyou may get into deep water. Paul De Quay, John (illustrator).

Hardback. Condition: Good. This immensely useful book 'Dictionary of Science' has been designed as an easy and just-in-time reference and collection of frequently used terms and definitions from a wide spectrum of topics in this specialised subject. The book is immensely useful not only for professionals and students, but also for competitive exam aspirants who have frequent need for information about terms used in Science. The terms defined in this book are taken from all fields of Science such as Physics, Chemistry, Botany and Zoology. Various latest technological developments in the fields such as Nanotechnology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Information Technology and much more are dealt in detail. In short, the terms both of pure science and of its applications are covered. Further to make easy the use of this book for reference purposes, cross-referencing has also been used. Users of this Dictionary will find it easy to understand the various terms as they are explained in a very lucid manner. It will benefit not only the competitive exam aspirants, but also professionals, parents, students at all levels, researchers, and scholars.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Stuff You Need to Know virtually overflows with illustrations and information about 28 activities and objects from everyday life. In fact, the book is so jam-packed that eight gatefolds provide the extra room needed to explain complex activities. Each item is on a double-page spread filled edge to edge with informative text in numbered sequence. Accurate, lighthearted illustrations reveal everything a step at a time. The stuff ranges from taking out the garbage to launching a rocket. Here are some examples: Electricity -- Steam power, turbine, magnet, generator, current, transformer, mains, fuse, meter Making a Pizza (gatefold): How does a pizzeria deliver a pizza so quickly? Ingredients for the pizza base and topping, what they are, and where they come from. Microwave Oven -- Molecules, waves, cross-section of a microwave oven, protective layer, timer 3D Printer -- 3D model, CAD, programming in sections, nozzles, layers, spool, nozzle, acetone Setting Up a Satellite (gatefold) -- SatNet, geostationary, ACTS, transponder, thrusters, parabolic antennae Solar Panels -- Thermal energy, photo voltaic panels, pump, solar energy, solar power stations Toilet Tank -- Float, siphon tank, siphon ball, bowl, flow, suction, piston, valve, water supply pipe Weather Report -- Weather balloons, weather centers, satellites, GTS, supercomputer, chart, forecast. Stuff You Need to Know has the fascinating stories behind the everyday activities that we all take for granted. Readers of all ages will be surprised where the answers take them.…

Paperback. Condition: Fair.

Paperback. Condition: Good.

Hardback. Condition: Good. Matthews, Joe (illustrator).

Hardback. Condition: Good. How do planes stay in the air? What is vertical takeoff? How does a pilot control altitude in a hot-air balloon? Join the Stickmen to find out how mechanisms work. Get an insider's view of these airborne wonders. Paul De Quay, John (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: Good. How does a giant cruise ship stay upright? Just how big is an aircraft carrier? How are submarines powered? Join the Stickmen for a close look at how watercrafts work, though be carefulyou may get into deep water. Paul De Quay, John (illustrator).

Condition: Good. Take an incredible journey from the top of your head to the tips of your toes in Human Body, winner of a Teachers' Choice Award for the Family. Designed for children ages 8 and up, this unique book is the ultimate guide to how the human body works. It's filled with fascinating facts about what goes on beneath the skin and includes a comprehensive range of visual aids, including detailed photos, illustrations, diagrams, and two giant posters featuring front and back views of the entire body. Want to know what's going on inside your head? Cool transparent pages allow curious children to peel back the layers and discover how their brains actually work Human Body also features a show-stopping 3-D front cover with the lenticular image of a human face morphing into a skull.…

Condition: Fair. Take an incredible journey from the top of your head to the tips of your toes in Human Body, winner of a Teachers' Choice Award for the Family. Designed for children ages 8 and up, this unique book is the ultimate guide to how the human body works. It's filled with fascinating facts about what goes on beneath the skin and includes a comprehensive range of visual aids, including detailed photos, illustrations, diagrams, and two giant posters featuring front and back views of the entire body. Want to know what's going on inside your head? Cool transparent pages allow curious children to peel back the layers and discover how their brains actually work Human Body also features a show-stopping 3-D front cover with the lenticular image of a human face morphing into a skull.…

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. A valuable addition to the Kingfisher First Reference series, this book offers the perfect introduction to the enduringly popular subject of both wild and domestic animals. Color photos & illustrations.

Condition: Very Good. Stuff You Need to Know virtually overflows with illustrations and information about 28 activities and objects from everyday life. In fact, the book is so jam-packed that eight gatefolds provide the extra room needed to explain complex activities. Each item is on a double-page spread filled edge to edge with informative text in numbered sequence. Accurate, lighthearted illustrations reveal everything a step at a time. The stuff ranges from taking out the garbage to launching a rocket. Here are some examples: Electricity -- Steam power, turbine, magnet, generator, current, transformer, mains, fuse, meter Making a Pizza (gatefold): How does a pizzeria deliver a pizza so quickly? Ingredients for the pizza base and topping, what they are, and where they come from. Microwave Oven -- Molecules, waves, cross-section of a microwave oven, protective layer, timer 3D Printer -- 3D model, CAD, programming in sections, nozzles, layers, spool, nozzle, acetone Setting Up a Satellite (gatefold) -- SatNet, geostationary, ACTS, transponder, thrusters, parabolic antennae Solar Panels -- Thermal energy, photo voltaic panels, pump, solar energy, solar power stations Toilet Tank -- Float, siphon tank, siphon ball, bowl, flow, suction, piston, valve, water supply pipe Weather Report -- Weather balloons, weather centers, satellites, GTS, supercomputer, chart, forecast. Stuff You Need to Know has the fascinating stories behind the everyday activities that we all take for granted. Readers of all ages will be surprised where the answers take them.…

Condition: Fair. Did you know that less than 10% of the oceans have been explored? That's amazing, considering what Oceans has to offer. The moment kids see the spectacular 3-D image of dolphins leaping from the cover, they'll be hooked This incredible book is filled with detailed photos, illustrations and diagrams as well as interesting text written just for junior oceanographers. From the surface to the seafloor, kids will discover the rich diversity of marine life, from microscopic plankton to the colossal blue whale, and investigate the anatomies of five creatures, including the magnificent king penguin and killer whale, with revealing transparent pages. Sure to make a splash, Oceans is presented in a spiral-bound book with tabbed sections for quick reference, and comes with two oversized color posters showcasing the wonders of the Ocean Depths and Life on a Coral Reef. Dive in, kids. …

Condition: Good. Did you know that less than 10% of the oceans have been explored? That's amazing, considering what Oceans has to offer. The moment kids see the spectacular 3-D image of dolphins leaping from the cover, they'll be hooked This incredible book is filled with detailed photos, illustrations and diagrams as well as interesting text written just for junior oceanographers. From the surface to the seafloor, kids will discover the rich diversity of marine life, from microscopic plankton to the colossal blue whale, and investigate the anatomies of five creatures, including the magnificent king penguin and killer whale, with revealing transparent pages. Sure to make a splash, Oceans is presented in a spiral-bound book with tabbed sections for quick reference, and comes with two oversized color posters showcasing the wonders of the Ocean Depths and Life on a Coral Reef. Dive in, kids. …

Hardback. Condition: Good.

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Fricker, Steve; Harnden, Mike; Harden, Mike (illustrator).

Hardback. Condition: Good. Fricker, Steve; Harnden, Mike; Harden, Mike (illustrator).

Hardback. Condition: Good. Early in the 17th century, Francis Bacon decided that the best way to learn about the world was to discover things for oneself. Since then, science has been a marriage of observation and experimentation. The experiments contained in each chapter allow young scientists to investigate basic principles using common household materials and easy-to-follow instructions. The titles are filled with dozens of color photographs that illustrate experiments and provide a glimpse of everyday and extraordinary uses of the subject. In addition, engaging features such as Did You Know? boxes provide fascinating facts. The In Focus sections offer in-depth looks at specific features of each subject. In The Real World boxes highlight pivotal experiments by real scientists.…

Paperback. Condition: Good.

Paperback. Condition: Good. Early in the 17th century, Francis Bacon decided that the best way to learn about the world was to discover things for oneself. Since then, science has been a marriage of observation and experimentation. The experiments contained in each chapter allow young scientists to investigate basic principles using common household materials and easy-to-follow instructions. The titles are filled with dozens of color photographs that illustrate experiments and provide a glimpse of everyday and extraordinary uses of the subject. In addition, engaging features such as Did You Know? boxes provide fascinating facts. The In Focus sections offer in-depth looks at specific features of each subject. In The Real World boxes highlight pivotal experiments by real scientists.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Early in the 17th century, Francis Bacon decided that the best way to learn about the world was to discover things for oneself. Since then, science has been a marriage of observation and experimentation. The experiments contained in each chapter allow young scientists to investigate basic principles using common household materials and easy-to-follow instructions. The titles are filled with dozens of color photographs that illustrate experiments and provide a glimpse of everyday and extraordinary uses of the subject. In addition, engaging features such as Did You Know? boxes provide fascinating facts. The In Focus sections offer in-depth looks at specific features of each subject. In The Real World boxes highlight pivotal experiments by real scientists.…

Hardback. Condition: Good. Dig down and discover amazing treasures, right under your feet In Eye Wonder: Rocks and Minerals see how rocks form, learn the difference between igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks, discover precious gems, metals and crystals, find out what minerals are and the hundreds of uses we have for them.A precursor to DK's award-winning Eyewitness series, Eye Wonder was specially developed for children aged five plus, featuring astonishing photography exhibiting subjects within their natural setting, offering a whole new level of information through powerful images. The vocabulary is accessible to young readers, with the meanings of new, subject-related words clearly explained.Reissued with a new jacket and eight new pages of mazes, look-and-finds, quizzes, and interactive activities, the new generation of Eye Wonder will capture readers' imaginations and give them a reason to delve even deeper into each book.Supports the Common Core State Standards.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Join the Stickmen on a fascinating tour of monster vehicles, transporters, and construction tools. You'll discover some of the largest machines in existence and see the Stickmen (accidentally) test the limits of gravity. De Quay, John Paul (illustrator).

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Dig down and discover amazing treasures, right under your feet In Eye Wonder: Rocks and Minerals see how rocks form, learn the difference between igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks, discover precious gems, metals and crystals, find out what minerals are and the hundreds of uses we have for them.A precursor to DK's award-winning Eyewitness series, Eye Wonder was specially developed for children aged five plus, featuring astonishing photography exhibiting subjects within their natural setting, offering a whole new level of information through powerful images. The vocabulary is accessible to young readers, with the meanings of new, subject-related words clearly explained.Reissued with a new jacket and eight new pages of mazes, look-and-finds, quizzes, and interactive activities, the new generation of Eye Wonder will capture readers' imaginations and give them a reason to delve even deeper into each book.Supports the Common Core State Standards.…