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Basher Science: Engineering: The Riveting World of Buildings and Machines Paperback – Illustrated, January 10, 2017

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How does a 3D printer work? What stops a skyscraper from falling over? Where does a smart phone store information?

Welcome to the world of engineering! Discover how the familiar machines and buildings in today's world are constructed, and how they function. How do scientists choose the right materials for the right job? Which scientific principles lie behind each machine or structure?

Basher's highly original books explain difficult scientific concepts in ingenious ways, making them tangible, understandable and even lovable. Chatty first-person text and stylish, contemporary character illustrations give a voice, personality, and story to each topic -- it's a truly brilliant way to communicate science.

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  1. Reading age
    10 - 14 years
  2. Part of series
    Basher Science
  3. Print length
    128 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    4 - 6
  6. Dimensions
    6.03 x 0.41 x 7.33 inches
  7. Publisher
    Kingfisher
  8. Publication date
    January 10, 2017
  9. ISBN-10
    0753473119
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0753473115
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"This addition to the long-running Basher Science series introduces concepts in engineering, visually represented by chunky, anime-style figures. Divided into seven color-coded categories, the book introduces members of the “Mechanical Mob” (which include Ramp, Lever, and Pump), “Design Dynamos” such as Ergonomics and Artificial Intelligence (“I’m still relatively young, and my first real job is to suggest products and ads you might like on the Internet”), and dozens of other tangible and intangible concepts, structures, and devices. The upbeat, first-person narratives and quirky art create an inviting way for children to learn about the breadth of what engineering can mean. Ages 10–14.(Jan.)" -- Publishers Weekly

About the Author

Artist and designer Simon Basher has fun playing in the world of contemporary character design. Inspired by a love of simple line work and a rich color palette, his characters fill the gap between edgy manga and the cuteness of Hello Kitty. He lives in England.

Tom Jackson is a science writer based in Bristol, UK. Tom specialises in recasting science and technology into lively historical narratives. After almost 20 years of writing, Tom has uncovered a wealth of stories that help to bring technical content alive and create new ways of enjoying learning about science. In his time, Tom has been a zoo keeper, travel writer, buffalo catcher and filing clerk, but he now writes for adults and children, for books, magazines and TV.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Kingfisher; Illustrated edition (January 10, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 128 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0753473119
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0753473115
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10 - 14 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 6
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.9 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.03 x 0.41 x 7.33 inches
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    He is best known for creating and illustrating a series of books that make science and other topics accessible. The Basher Science series has sold over 4 million copies worldwide.

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Customers find the books fun for kids with curious minds. They also appreciate the writing style and presentation, describing them as thoroughly enjoyable informational texts with sharp presentation. Readers also describe the content as great.

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Customers find the book fun for kids with curious minds and great for grandkids. They also say the books are presented in a whimsical, quirky manner.

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"...to keep him from feeling intimidated by the text, perfect silliness level to keep him engaged, and more real science facts than he could absorb the..." Read more

"...Not a lot of details of how things actually work. Entertaining nonetheless." Read more

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We have purchased several of these books for our daughter as additional reinforcement to concepts she's learning about as a Homeschooler.As a child author herself, she appreciates books that are exceptionally unique in their approach to teaching a particular concept. The Engineering book and Basher's Periodic Table are her favorites so far. The books are presented in such a whimsical, quirky manner and she loves to share the insights from what she's learned. Something about the Basher series feels like he's hit the mark when it comes to creating thoroughly enjoyable informational texts on learning new advanced concepts, broken down into the primary, essential and fundamental basics. Bravo!
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We have purchased several of these books for our daughter as additional reinforcement to concepts she's learning about as a Homeschooler.
As a child author herself, she appreciates books that are exceptionally unique in their approach to teaching a particular concept. The Engineering book and Basher's Periodic Table are her favorites so far. The books are presented in such a whimsical, quirky manner and she loves to share the insights from what she's learned. Something about the Basher series feels like he's hit the mark when it comes to creating thoroughly enjoyable informational texts on learning new advanced concepts, broken down into the primary, essential and fundamental basics. Bravo!
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5.0 out of 5 stars An Insightful & Thoroughly Unique Learning Series
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2018
We have purchased several of these books for our daughter as additional reinforcement to concepts she's learning about as a Homeschooler.
As a child author herself, she appreciates books that are exceptionally unique in their approach to teaching a particular concept. The Engineering book and Basher's Periodic Table are her favorites so far. The books are presented in such a whimsical, quirky manner and she loves to share the insights from what she's learned. Something about the Basher series feels like he's hit the mark when it comes to creating thoroughly enjoyable informational texts on learning new advanced concepts, broken down into the primary, essential and fundamental basics. Bravo!
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My daughter has most of the Basher book series and can't get enough of them. She loves all things Basher! The information and illustration are a fun and easy way for a child to understand and retain the information that is provided in the book. Really great series of books!
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5.0 out of 5 stars perfect silliness level to keep him engaged
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My son is a voracious reader. We got him 7 of the Basher Science books for his 8th birthday in late March. He had finished them all by the end of April and has picked them back up again to reread. (2nd grade, reading at a U-level) He won't touch a fiction book unless forced, but if it is about science or technology he can't put it down. Just enough pictures to keep him from feeling intimidated by the text, perfect silliness level to keep him engaged, and more real science facts than he could absorb the first time through.
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These are great little books. Very sharp presentation. My kids 10 and 8 both love them. They discuss content after reading.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Not quite what I was expecting. The book gives ...
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Not quite what I was expecting. The book gives descriptions of bridges, skyscrapers, tools, etc. Not a lot of details of how things actually work. Entertaining nonetheless.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love these books
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We enjoy and buy every book. Unique format and my son loves these so much, and learned a lot from them!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
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Great book my son who is 5 is fascinated and really tries to understand everything... he’s very observant so this book was perfect for him.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Un truño de libro y llegó defectuoso
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Llegó con las esquinas dobladas y en mal estado como si fuese de segunda mano. Luego el libro es bastante rollo, a mis hijas no les ha gustado nada de nada.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great series, love them
Reviewed in Canada on December 24, 2017
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Perfect for young ones to get going. Highly recommended if you want your young ones to start learning about science and technology.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book and series
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 11, 2017
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My 6yo son borrowed this boom from the library over and over! So we brought a copy for him to keep. The pictures are really nice and the words are easy to read and understand for children. My son will choose a page/item from the book and he and his dad will go out and about finding things that use the material or power. The other books in the series are just as good and would recommend for any curious 6+ child
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