Books with author The Editors Of TIME

TIME for Kids The BIG Book of Why: Sports and Science answers the why, what, when, where, who and how questions that kids commonly ask, but adults can rarely answer. Why does a curve ball curve? Why does a Super Ball bounce so high? How can David Beckham make a soccer ball "bend"? Why can eating chocolate make people hyper?Written in an upbeat manner, each answer is accompanied by either a photo or an illustration to show the reasons why. Of course, TIME For Kids goes beyond answering the question, and dips into the science or history to further explain the answer in an easy-to-follow, straightforward manner.TIME For Kids The BIG Book of Why: Sports and Science is a must-have book to satisfy the most curious of kids.

After ten years, Make: has become one of most celebrated magazines to hit the newsstands, and certainly one of the hottest reads. If you're just catching on to the Maker Movement and wonder what you've missed, this book contains the best projects and articles from the magazine. Find out what keeps Makers coming back to Make: with this assortment of DIY projects and articles selected by Make:'s editors. Learn to:Outfit your workshop and make some must-have toolsBuild electronic projects from actuators to antennaeMake things with Arduino and Raspberry PiCreate drones and robotsBuild noisemaking projects and musical instrumentsAugment your photo and video capabilitiesMake your own food, soap, ink, and more

Why do we have eyebrows? What's a black hole and what happens if you fall into one? What's the fastest a human is capable of running? Why do wet fingers stick to metal in the freezer? Where is the deepest point on Earth?Divided by subject area - humans, animals, environment/nature, technology, and space - and written in an upbeat manner, each answer is accompanied by either a photo or an illustration to show the reasons why. Of course, TIME for Kids goes beyond answering the question by dipping into the science or history to further explain the answer in an easy-to-follow, straightforward manner. This is a must -have book to satisfy the most curious of kids and provokes a great way to encourage interest and knowledge about a wide range of subjects, as well as to stimulate reading. Kids will be desperate to share what they've learned with their parents, teachers, and friends...and anyone else who will listen.

TIME for Kids The BIG Book of Why: People and Places answers the why, what, when, where, who and how questions about people and places in history that kids commonly ask, but adults can rarely answer. Why did the Maya build pyramids? Did Vikings really have horns on their helmets? Why did Christopher Columbus sail to America? Why did the Titanic sink? Why is the London Bridge in Arizona? Written in an upbeat manner, each answer is accompanied by either a photo or an illustration to show the reasons why. Of course, TIME For Kids goes beyond answering the question, and dips into the science or history to further explain the answer in an easy-to-follow, straightforward manner.TIME for Kids The BIG Book of Why: People and Places is a must-have book to satisfy the most curious of kids.

The follow-up to the TIME For Kids BIG Book of Why and the BIG Book of How, TIME For Kids BIG Book of What presents kids 8-12 years old with answers to the kinds of intriguing questions that appeal to their sense of curiosity. Colorful graphics, spectacular photos, and clear, engaging diagrams will help answer such questions as: What is the fastest animal in the sea?; What causes acid rain?; What is the most poisonous animal?; What was the longest war on record?; What will transportation be like in the future? Divided by subject area-from animals, the human body, and technology to sports, games, and the future-the book's photos, diagrams, art, and clear text will help kids discover the background behind the questions. TIME For Kids BIG Book of What is a must-have book to satisfy the most curious of kids.

TIME For Kids The Book of How: All About Space presents kids 8-12 years old with answers to the kinds of intriguing questions that appeal to their sense of curiosity. Colorful graphics, spectacular photos and clear, engaging diagrams will help answer questions such as: How do astronauts train? How does the sun stay hot? How do you launch a rocket? And many more.TIME For Kids goes beyond just answering the question, and engages kids with hands-on activities at the end of each chapter that bring life to a topic or idea they just read about. The Book of How: All About Space is a must-have book to satisfy the most curious of kids.

TIME For Kids All Access provides readers with a thrilling behind-the-scenes look at some of the most fascinating people, places, and things in history and our world.-What does the President's private study in the White House look like? -What would it be like to tour the International Space Station where astronauts live, eat and sleep in space? -What would it be like to peel away the different layers of the Amazon Rain Forest to see all of the creatures who call it home?Interactive "lift-and-look" pages allow readers ages 8-12 to peel back the layers of high-impact photos to view amazing stats and fascinating facts about history, geography, sports, science, entertainment and more.Don't miss the other books in the All Access series, including Sports Illustrated Kids All New Access for an insider's look at the biggest star athletes, sports stadiums, and state-of-the-art locker rooms in the world.

TIME For Kids The Book of How: All About Animals presents kids 8-12 years old with answers to the kinds of intriguing questions that appeal to their sense of curiosity. Colorful graphics, spectacular photos and clear, engaging diagrams will help answer questions such as: How does a chameleon change colors? How do sharks find prey? How do elephants communicate? And many more.TIME For Kids goes beyond just answering the question, and engages kids with hands-on activities at the end of each chapter that bring life to a topic or idea they just read about. The Book of How: All About Animals is a must-have book to satisfy the most curious of kids.

The Declaration of Independence, Constitution of the United States, Gettysburg Address, Emancipation Proclamation, and more!The third title in the handbook series from TIME for Kids following Presidents of the United States and 50 States, Our Nation's Documents offers annotated surveys of American history's foundational works with up-to-date scholarship and more than 200 full-color photos and illustrations. This guide provides young readers with the basic information they need to know about the establishment of our government, and gives an historical perspective on current political events. This collection of documents includes The Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution with the Bill of Rights and amendments, plus excerpts from the Federalist Papers and much more.

TIME For Kids The Book of What: Everything Inventions presents kids 8-12 years old with answers to the kinds of intriguing questions that appeal to their sense of curiosity. Colorful graphics, spectacular photos and clear, engaging diagrams will help answer questions such as: What are some inventions made by kids? what is Kevlar? What is a geodesic dome? TIME For Kids The Book of What: Everything Inventions is a must-have book to satisfy the most curious of kids.

TIME For Kids presents a complete overview of our nation's chief executives from George Washington to the newly elected 45th president!Did you know that James Monroe was the first president to appear without a wig in public? Or that George W. Bush appointed the first African-American secretary of state? Presidents of the United States invites the reader inside the White House to discover fascinating facts about the U.S. commanders-in-chief-their origins, accomplishments, and place in history-as told through famous quotes, important historical dates, and a timeline of events. Special sections cover the election process, the branches of government, and the role of presidents in the expansion of our nation from before the 13 colonies through westward expansion. With more than 200 photographs, illustrations, portrait reproductions, and maps.