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Mr Shaha's Marvellous Machines

Adventures in Making Round the Kitchen Table
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In Mr Shaha's Marvellous Machines by Alom Shaha, children are invited on a journey of discovery and creativity to explore the wonders of physics and engineering. The book features engaging explanations and fun activities that guide young readers in creating their own working machines, sparking curiosity and encouraging hands-on learning. With simple instructions and imaginative projects, it provides a delightful blend of education and entertainment for young minds.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy hands-on activities with your children that combine science, creativity, and fun. It offers imaginative projects and experiments that encourage young minds to explore the magic of making things, while also understanding the scientific principles behind them. Perfect for sparking curiosity and a love for science in children.

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Mr Shaha's Marvellous Machines

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Transform household objects into your very own home-made toys and machines! Over 15 fun engineering projects from scientist and dad, Alom Shaha.

Learn about the centre of gravity by making a balancing bird, create a toroidal vortex with a smoke-ring machine, and turn a spoon into an electromagnet. Chances are you won't need to buy the materials required for these machines because they're all in your house right now. Every child can be an engineer with the help of Mr Shaha and his marvellous machines.

Written by a science teacher and dad, Mr Shaha's Marvellous Machines is the highly anticipated sequel to Mr Shaha's Recipes for Wonder. This book gives clear, step-by-step instructions for over 15 projects. Whether you're a master engineer or a total beginner, it will spark inspiration for fun activities to engage young people in the marvels of machinery.

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Mr Shaha's Marvellous Machines, a children's book by Alom Shaha, introduces young readers to science and engineering through fun, hands-on projects. Reviews highlight its engaging and accessible approach, with detailed instructions and illustrations that inspire creativity and curiosity in young minds, making complex concepts understandable and enjoyable.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922310033

Publisher: Scribe Publications

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 July 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scribble

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Emily Robertson

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 247.0mm

Height: 306.0mm

Weight: 622g

Pages: 64

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About the Author

Alom Shaha (Author) Alom Shaha was born in Bangladesh but grew up in London. A parent, teacher, science writer, and filmmaker, he has spent most of his professional life trying to share his passion for science and education with the public. Alom has produced, directed, and appeared in a number of television programmes for broadcasters such as the BBC, and has received fellowships from the National Endowment for Science, Technology, and the Arts (NESTA) and the Nuffield Foundation. He has represented his community as an elected politician and volunteered at a range of charitable organisations. He teaches at a comprehensive school in London and writes for a number of print and online publications, including The Guardian. Emily Robertson (Illustrator) Emily Robertson creates her delicately organic illustrations with watercolour and ink. She has worked as an illustrator since graduating from the Glasgow School Of Art in 2006. Her clients include Anthropologie, The Guardian, and Conde Nast.

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