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How Things Work

Discover Secrets and Science Behind Bounce Houses, Hovercraft, Robotics, and Everything in Between

Discover Secrets and Science Behind Bounce Houses, Hovercraft, Robotics, and Everything in Between

By T.J. Resler

By T.J. Resler

By T.J. Resler

By T.J. Resler

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Hardcover $19.99

Oct 25, 2016 | ISBN 9781426325557 | Middle Grade (8-12)

Hardcover $29.90

Oct 25, 2016 | ISBN 9781426325564 | Middle Grade (8-12)

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    About How Things Work

    Ever wanted to take apart the microwave to see how it works? Crack open your computer and peek inside? Intrigued by how things work? So are we! That’s why we’re dissecting all kinds of things from rubber erasers to tractor beams! Read along as National Geographic Kids unplugs, unravels, and reveals how things do what they do. Complete with “Tales from the Lab,” true stories, biographies of real scientists and engineers, exciting diagrams and illustrations, accessible explanations, trivia, and fun features, this cool book explains it all!

    About How Things Work

    Ever wanted to take apart the microwave to see how it works? Crack open your computer and peek inside? Intrigued by how things work? So are we! That’s why we’re dissecting all kinds of things from rubber erasers to tractor beams! Read along as National Geographic Kids unplugs, unravels, and reveals how things do what they do. Complete with “Tales from the Lab,” true stories, biographies of real scientists and engineers, exciting diagrams and illustrations, accessible explanations, trivia, and fun features, this cool book explains it all!

    Also by T.J. Resler

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    How Things Work: Inside Out
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    Also by T.J. Resler

    Nerdlet: Animals
    Nerd A to Z
    How Things Work: Then and Now
    National Geographic Kids Guide to Genealogy
    How Things Work: Inside Out
    See all books by T.J. Resler

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Hardcover | $19.99
    Published by National Geographic Kids
    Oct 25, 2016 | 208 Pages | 9-1/8 x 11-29/32 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9781426325557

    Category: Children’s Nonfiction | Children’s Middle Grade Books

    Hardcover | $29.90
    Published by National Geographic Kids
    Oct 25, 2016 | 208 Pages | 9-1/8 x 11-29/32 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9781426325564

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    “Profiles of scientists, engineers, and innovators responsible for these cool technologies are also found in this full-color book with plentiful photos, graphics, varied fonts, a glossary, further reading, and an index. Useful for reports or browsing for the inquisitive reader inspired to know why and how things work.” — Booklist

    “Revealing looks at the science behind over two dozen vehicles, household appliances, technological gadgets, and recreational challenges.” — Kirkus



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