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How Things Work: Inside Out

Series: How Things Work
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How Things Work: Inside Out by Tamara J Resler and National Geographic Kids is an engaging children's book that demystifies the mechanics behind everyday objects. Through vibrant illustrations and accessible explanations, it reveals the inner workings of everything from simple gadgets to complex machines, sparking curiosity and encouraging young readers to explore the world around them. This book is both educational and entertaining, perfect for budding inventors and curious minds.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a curious young mind eager to explore the inner workings of everyday objects and technology. With engaging illustrations and fun facts, it offers a captivating introduction to the mechanics behind what makes things tick, perfect for inquisitive children and budding inventors.

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This is a book for all the curious kids whose parents won't let them take apart the family's brand new digital camera. The stuff around us has some pretty cool insides that we don't usually get to see. That's why National Geographic Kids is dissecting all kinds of things in How Things Work: Inside Out!

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This is a book for all the curious kids whose parents won't let them take apart the family's brand new digital camera. The stuff around us has some pretty cool insides that we don't usually get to see. That's why National Geographic Kids is dissecting all kinds of things in How Things Work: Inside Out!

Read along as we dissect, explore, and explain how things do what they do. Complete with exciting diagrams and illustrations, accessible explanations, trivia, and fun features, How Things Work: Inside Out explains cell phones, 3D printers, lava lamps, skyscrapers, and everything in between.

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The book How Things Work: Inside Out by Tamara J Resler and National Geographic Kids is highly appreciated by young readers and their parents. Enthusiastic reviews highlight its engaging and educational content, which effectively captures children's interest and supports reading development.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781426328770

Publisher: National Geographic Kids

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 10 October 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: National Geographic Kids

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 244.0mm

Height: 314.0mm

Weight: 1300g

Pages: 208

About the Author

T.J. RESLER is former journalist and research analyst turned writer. With the curiosity of a journalist and the research chops of a PhD, she's tackled issues of science, health, human rights, the environment, and more in her writing.

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