Dk Eyewitness Books Energy

Author : Jack Challoner
Publisher : Kids Play
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2016-06-14
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1465451056

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DK Eyewitness Books: Energy (Library Edition) by Jack Challoner Pdf

From the sun to wind power, from nuclear plants to electricity, energy is an amazing resource that powers our world. Discover the fascinating story of energy and what it is with DK Eyewitness Books: Energy. Applying the award-winning Eyewitness formula to one of the most compelling subjects in the world of science, this title profiles every facet of energy, from the scientists who uncovered its amazing secrets to the impact it has on every aspect of our lives. Learn about how plants convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis and explore how energy has opened up lines of communication from morse code and telegraphs to GPS and communication satellites. Featuring more than 180 stunning photographs that help explain what energy is and how it affects our lives, DK Eyewitness Books: Energy helps bring the fascinating story of one of our most valuable resources to life. Each revised Eyewitness book retains the stunning artwork and photography from the groundbreaking original series, but the text has been reduced and reworked to speak more clearly to younger readers. Still on every colorful page: Vibrant annotated photographs and the integrated text-and-pictures approach that makes Eyewitness a perennial favorite of parents, teachers, and school-age kids. Awards: 8-time National Council for the Social Studies Award Winner 4-time Society for School Librarians International Social Studies Trade Book Award Winner 2-time Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Book Award Winner A Parents' Choice Award Winner

Author : Dan Green
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2016-06-14
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781465451040

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DK Eyewitness Books: Energy by Dan Green Pdf

What is energy? Where does it come from? Can it be destroyed? What will we do when we run out of fossil fuels? Is dark energy real? Ideal for young readers, Eyewitness: Energy explains all key concepts of energy in easy-to-understand language. Learn about energy, its different forms, properties, and how we use different forms of energy in our daily life. The book also describes how energy is created, harvested, and how it transfers from one form to another. From measuring the total amount of energy consumed by everyone on the planet to what could be our future sources of power, this companion covers it all. Each topic is supported with colorful images and simple yet detailed illustrations. Eyewitness reference books are now more interactive and colorful, with new infographics, statistics, facts, and timelines. Great for projects or just for fun, learn everything you need to know about energy with Eyewitness: Energy. Awards: 8-time National Council for the Social Studies Award Winner 4-time Society for School Librarians International Social Studies Trade Book Award Winner 2-time Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Book Award Winner A Parents' Choice Award Winner

Author : Jack Challoner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Force and energy
ISBN : OCLC:58475712

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Energy by Jack Challoner Pdf

Surveys various sources of energy and the ways in which they have been harnessed.

Author : David Burnie
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1999-10-04
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780756668167

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DK Eyewitness Books: Light by David Burnie Pdf

Here is a spectacular, thought-provoking, and highly informative guide to the fascinating story of light. Superb full-color photographyof original equipment, intricate scientific instruments, revealing experiments,and offering a unique "eyewitness" view inside the incredible discoveries that have transformed our world. See, how light rays bend, why things glow when they are very hot, what creates a color television picture, how microscopesand telescopes were invented, and why a leaf looks green. Learn how fiber optics can transmit light, what happens during an eclipse, why images are reversed in mirrors, how a liquid crystal display works, and what makes a hologram. Discover what causes the eerie "Will o'' the wisp," what creates a mirage, why we burnin strong sunlight, why we see rainbows, what a quantum is, how X-rays penetrate our bodies, and much, much more! Discover the amazing world of light from ancient myths to the optic discoveries that have revolutionized modern life.

Author : Steve Parker
Publisher : DK Children
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Electric power
ISBN : 0789455773

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Electricity by Steve Parker Pdf

Discusses the properties of electricity and describes how it is made and used.

Author : Emily Dodd
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 71 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2018-07-10
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781465480859

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DKfindout! Energy by Emily Dodd Pdf

Supporting STEM-based learning, this fact-filled book for kids ages 6–9 is the ultimate guide to energy and its role in building a more sustainable future. Entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it’s the perfect book for fueling kids’ interest in the natural forces that shape our world. Why does your hair stick to a balloon? What are fossil fuels made from? Why does ice cream feel cold when we eat it? Find out the answers to these questions and more in DKfindout! Energy, which features photographs of scientific experiments and illustrative examples of basic energy principles. From the discovery of fire to the development of the nuclear reactor, scientific breakthroughs throughout history have led to modern energy applications, like Marie Curie’s research on radioactivity, which is still used in cancer treatments today. Readers will also delve into future energy issues and their possible solutions. Vetted by educational consultants, the DKfindout! series drives kids ages 6–9 to become experts on more than 30 of their favorite STEM- and history-related subjects, whether Vikings, volcanoes, or robots. This series covers the subjects that kids really want to learn about—ones that have a direct impact on the world around them, like climate change, space exploration, and rapidly evolving technology—making learning fun through amazing images, stimulating quizzes, and cutting-edge information. The DKfindout! series is one that kids will want to turn to again and again.

Author : Challoner, Jack
Publisher : Stoddart Pub
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Force and energy
ISBN : 0773726187

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Energy by Challoner, Jack Pdf

Part of the Eyewitness Science series, this book explains energy including a look at muscle energy, energy from fire, wind and water, potential energy, electromagnetism, conservation of energy, potential energy, measuring energy, fossil fuels and alternative energy forms. The book includes photographs, illustrations and 3-D models which help to create a visual approach to the experiments, discoveries and geniuses of science.

Author : Dan Green
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Force and energy
ISBN : 1484485068

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Eyewitness Energy by Dan Green Pdf

Surveys various sources of energy and the ways in which they've been harnessed.

Author : Jack Challoner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1465451056

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DK Eyewitness Books: Energy (Library Edition). by Jack Challoner Pdf

Author : Jack Challoner
Publisher : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0756693012

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Energy by Jack Challoner Pdf

Surveys various sources of energy and the ways in which they have been harnessed.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021-12-21
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780744060461

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Hurricane and Tornado by DK Pdf

Become an eyewitness to nature’s most extreme weather phenomena. See inside the eye of a cyclone, witness hailstones the size of tennis balls, and learn how a gentle mountain stream can become a raging surge within a few minutes. Discover a bridge that collapsed due to severe gusts of wind, and learn about a tree species in southwest Africa that can survive several years of drought. Along the way, you’ll uncover historical items that reveal how ancient civilizations predicted the weather as well as the weather-forecasting techniques that have developed over the centuries and how human activity can cause weather patterns to change. Loved and trusted for over 30 years, Eyewitness has a new look and even more content: • A bite-sized formula of text with images that kids love! • Fully revised and fact-checked by subject specialists • Packed with facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines • Updated with brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field Eyewitness Hurricane & Tornado uses a groundbreaking visual layout that makes learning fun for kids aged 9-12. With striking images, models, and illustrations, this visual guide offers a unique view of catastrophic weather conditions. From polar regions to the tropics, this storm book shows the effects of nature’s most extreme weather. Eyewitness content approved by -ologists! DK’s Eyewitness kids books are updated and fact-checked by subject specialists, with brand new first-hand eyewitness accounts throughout from experts in the field. A best-selling series known and trusted for generations, with a fresh new look and up-to-date content. What will you Eyewitness next? Join the journey to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or leave no stone left unturned with Eyewitness Rock & Mineral. Do you think you’ve found your topic of interest? DK has even more extreme weather books for kids and adults alike find them all by searching for “DK weather books”.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2021-02-09
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780744043907

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Super Simple Physics by DK Pdf

Crammed with fascinating facts and all the core curriculum topics, this physics book will have you exam-ready in no time! Created in association with the Smithsonian Institution, this completely comprehensive guide makes physics crystal clear. It’s the perfect support for home and school learning. This super simple science book cuts through the jargon and breaks down the information into easy, manageable chunks. From atoms and states of matter to scalars and vectors, this indispensable guide is packed with everything you need to quickly and easily understand physics. The Ultimate Physics Revision Book Every page is designed to make even the most complex scientific subjects accessible and engaging. Topics are covered in one easy-to-follow single page and fully illustrated to explain the concept - perfect for visual learners. The essential points are in a Key Facts box, which is great for checking back later when revising. Calculations and graphs are set out in simple, logical steps to make the science feel achievable for all students. Whether you’re a keen physicist or just looking to get an A+,, this accessible science revision guide for children offers clear and concise coverage of all the core physics topics. From dramatic images of planets to bolts of lightning, vivid photography makes it easy for students to relate physics to the world around them. Complete the Series: Alongside SuperSimple: Chemistry, SuperSimple: Biology, and SuperSimple: Maths, these revision guides are part of an exciting new series designed not only to educate, but to inspire.

Author : Jasmin Harsono
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2020-01-07
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780744021424

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A Little Book of Self Care: Self Reiki by Jasmin Harsono Pdf

Harness the power of universal energy and use Reiki techniques at home - to harmonize and heal. Reiki promotes inner balance and natural healing to alleviate pain, stress, anxiety, and more. Discover how to tune into your internal life force with over 40 step-by-step self-Reiki practices you can do yourself - anytime, anywhere. Use a range of practical meditation, mindfulness, and breathwork-focused Reiki exercises to connect with universal energy. Share its power through your hands to locate and clear physical, emotional, and spiritual blockages - encouraging a healthy flow of energy throughout your entire being. Bring peace, radiance, and balance to every area of your life with self Reiki.

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 690 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2020-03-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780744022254

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The Physics Book by DK Pdf

Explore the laws and theories of physics in this accessible introduction to the forces that shape our universe, our planet, and our everyday lives. Using a bold, graphics-led approach, The Physics Book sets out more than 80 of the key concepts and discoveries that have defined the subject and influenced our technology since the beginning of time. With the focus firmly on unpacking the thought behind each theory—as well as exploring when and how each idea and breakthrough came about—five themed chapters examine the history and developments in specific areas such as Light, Sound, and Electricity. Eureka moments abound: from Archimedes' bathtub discoveries about displacement and density, and Galileo's experiments with spheres falling from the Tower of Pisa, to Isaac Newton's apple and his conclusions about gravity and the laws of motion. You'll also learn about Albert Einstein's revelations about relativity; how the accidental discovery of cosmic microwave background radiation confirmed the Big Bang theory; the search for the Higgs boson particle; and why most of the universe is missing. If you've ever wondered exactly how physicists formulated—and proved—their abstract concepts, The Physics Book is the book for you. Series Overview: Big Ideas Simply Explained series uses creative design and innovative graphics along with straightforward and engaging writing to make complex subjects easier to understand. With over 7 million copies worldwide sold to date, these award-winning books provide just the information needed for students, families, or anyone interested in concise, thought-provoking refreshers on a single subject.

Author : DK Publishing
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0756671620

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Science by DK Publishing Pdf