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1	The new way things work more books like this by David Macaulay add to wishlist Macaulay's enormously popular THE WAY THINGS WORK explains how a variety of mechanical items function through extremely detailed illustrations and helpful text. This updated version includes over 70 pages of new information. Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $5.77! new only from $11.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	Way Things Work more books like this by David Macaulay add to wishlist A clear-cut yet entertaining look at the way a variety of machines and technological products work. Color illustrations accompany the text that explores such items as cameras, compact discs, lasers, wheelbarrows, and zippers. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $27.69! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
3	Cool Stuff and How It Works more books like this by Chris Woodford, Ben Morgan, Luke Collins add to wishlist From microchips and iPods to robots in the human bloodstream, "Cool Stuff and How It Works" takes readers on an eye-opening journey through the world of modern technology. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
4	Incredible Cross-Sections more books like this by Richard Platt, Stephen Biesty (Illustrator) add to wishlist These amazing, original cross-section drawings take readers right inside 18 of the world's most fascinating structures. There's something new to find with every look at the extraordinarily detailed illustrations, depicting the insides of a steam train, a coal mine, a castle, the Queen Mary, and more. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $27.90! \| first editions
5	Cool Stuff 2.0: And How It Works more books like this by Chris Woodford, John Woodcock add to wishlist Following the success of "Cool Stuff and How it Works," this spectacular and brilliantly visual book takes readers on an eye-opening journey through todays most cutting-edge technology. From the engine of a hydrogen-powered car to Sonys PlayStation] Portable, each cool items structure and function is explained in clear, accessible text. see all copies from $5.21! new only from $12.50! \| SVS
6	Mythbusters: Don't Try This at Home! more books like this by Mary Packard add to wishlist It's a tough job separating truth from urban legend, but the MythBusters are here to serve. For example, is it true that if you step in quicksand, you'll be sucked down to your death! Only two men would be inventive and adventurous enough to try to find out: Adam Savage and Jamie Hyneman, the MythBusters. Each week, hosts Savage and Hyneman, both ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $17.19! \| SVS
7	Unbuilding more books like this by David Macaulay add to wishlist A step-by-step explanation of how the Empire State Building was constructed in New York city between the years of 1929 and 1931. Detailed line drawings illustrate the text. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
8	Cool Stuff Exploded: Get Inside Modern Technology more books like this by Chris Woodford add to wishlist In this title, technology is explored, explained and exploded. Widescreen TVs, mobile phones, even space rockets have turned what was once outlandish into the everyday. But how do they actually function? What are the secrets behind this science? And what would they look like if you could delve right into the heart of their insides? Let your child ... see all copies from $14.99! new only from $14.99! \| SVS
9	The Science of Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials more books like this by Mary Gribbin, Dr. John Gribbin add to wishlist Drawing on string theory and spacetime, quantum physics and chaos theory, award-winning science writers Mary and John Gribbin reveal the real science behind Pullman's bestselling His Dark Materials trilogy. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
10	Magic School Bus at the Waterworks more books like this by Joanna Cole add to wishlist The class is all set for a field trip to the planetarium, but when they arrive, they find it is closed. Any other teacher on any other bus would take the class back to school, but not Ms. Frizzle. Suddenly, the bus blasts off and the kids see the moon and solar system up close! see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.24! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Extra Cheese, Please!: Mozzarella's Journey from Cow to Pizza more books like this by Cris Peterson, Alvis Upitis (Photographer) add to wishlist Cris Peterson and her husband own a dairy farm in Wisconsin. In this clear and concisely written book, Cris outlines the link between milk and cow, cheese and pizza. Full color photographs. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.20! \| first editions \| SVS
12 view cover	Housebuilding for Children: Step-By-Step Plans for Houses Children Can Build Themselves more books like this by Lester R Walker, Nonny Hogrogian (Designer) add to wishlist Step-by-step illustrated instructions for building six different houses with a description of the necessary tools and equipment. see all copies from $2.44! new only from $8.50! \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Cranes, Dump Trucks, Bulldozers and Other Building Machines more books like this by Terry Jennings add to wishlist Focusing on building machines, this is one of a series which takes a practical look at science and technology. How and why each type of machine works is explained, and many of the illustrations are cut away to show what the machines are like inside. Simple experiments and activities are included. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $12.01! \| first editions
14 view cover	Brain Power--What's the Big Idea? more books like this by David Steart, David Stewart add to wishlist Boys and girls with inquisitive minds will open this book and feast on the wealth of information and ideas connected with the long history of human inventions. It's a lighthearted, color-illustrated approach to human technology, starting with the discovery and control of fire some 750,000 years ago and progressing to the space vehicles, cell ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99!
15 view cover	Coolest Cross-Sections Ever more books like this by Stephen Biesty, Richard Platt (Text by) add to wishlist This unique collection of amazing views of the world lets readers discover how everyday things are made, from false teeth to Formula 1 racing cars and what holds up the Empire State Building. Full color. see all copies from $24.94! new only from $24.94!
16 view cover	Beans to Chocolate more books like this by Inez Snyder add to wishlist Emergent-reader nonfiction takes on a whole new face! Consistent print placement, predictable text patterns and strong picture clues make this series ideal for emergent readers. Chocolate doesn't grow on trees -- or does it? Kids will be intrigued by this start-to-finish look at how their favorite things are made -- from chocolate and ice cream to ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
17 view cover	Switched On, Flushed Down, Tossed Out: Investigating the Hidden Workings of Your Home more books like this by Trudee Romanek, Stephen Maceachern (Illustrator) add to wishlist Secret agent Casey develops case files on 16 household processes such as water, sewage, power, telephone, heating, etc. Clear explanations and diagrams, and a funny premise, make for interesting reading. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.03! \| SVS
18 view cover	Sand to Glass more books like this by Inez Snyder add to wishlist - Reinforces the concept of sequence (Fits Language/Art standards). - Welcome Books are reviewed by reading consultants before publication. - Includes glossary and index. - Glossary words are bolded throughout the book for easy identification and the glossary includes a pronunciation guide to help emergent readers with these new words. see all copies from $2.98! new only from $2.98! \| SVS
19 view cover	How Our House Works more books like this by Larry Burkett, Ed Strauss add to wishlist Kids Know their own home-from that third step that squeaks to the speed the water drains out of the bathtub. see all copies from $6.57! new only from $7.99!
20 view cover	Trees to Paper more books like this by Inez Snyder add to wishlist Emergent-reader nonfiction takes on a whole new face! Consistent print placement, predictable text patterns and strong picture clues make this series ideal for emergent readers. Chocolate doesn't grow on trees -- or does it? Kids will be intrigued by this start-to-finish look at how their favorite things are made -- from chocolate and ice cream to ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
21 view cover	Cookies more books like this by William Jaspersohn add to wishlist Young readers will savor this dynamic photo essay as the author takes them behind the scenes to a bakery where the popular Famous Amos cookies are made. They will also tour a flour mill and a chocolate factory. Inviting, descriptive text and sharp black-and-white photos effectively trace the cookie-baking process from start to flavorful finish. see all copies from $4.80!
22 view cover	Story of Chocolate more books like this by Caryn J Polin add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
23 view cover	Look Inside an Airplane more books like this by Patrizia Malfatti, Giovanna Mantegazza add to wishlist In this sturdy board book from the "Poke & Look Learning Series" young readers can find out where suitcases in a plane go, and what kind of plane lands on the water. Full-color illustrations. see all copies* from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
24 view cover	Smart about Chocolate: Smart about History more books like this by Sandra Markle add to wishlist Filled with fun facts about the history of chocolate--from the Mayans to Milton Hershey--this history includes recipes and recommendations of classic books about chocolate. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.48! \| SVS
25 view cover	Speed Machines more books like this by Keith Robinson (Illustrator) add to wishlist Large, pop-up vehicles on every page have lift-the-flaps and moving gears so readers can look inside to see all the parts that make these speed machines work. The final spread is a pop-up train with real working gears covered by an acetate window. Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.03!

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