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  • The Moon

    Chris Oxlade

    language (Raintree, Nov. 1, 2014)
    What is the Moon like, and will we ever visit it again? Taking the form of an imaginary trip, this book explores the science and history of the Moon, looking at recent studies and possibilities for the future.
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  • I Love Rescue Vehicles

    Chris Oxlade

    Paperback (Silver Dolphin Books, May 10, 2016)
    Turn on the flashing lights and siren as you learn about the powerful vehicles that respond to emergencies in I Love Rescue Vehicles. This complete activity kit allows kids to read, play, and explore the world of modern rescue vehicles, including fire trucks, ambulances, helicopters, and rescue boats. Full-color photos throughout the book present these mighty machines in full detail, and the included fire truck poster and reusable stickers complete the kit. Once kids have pored over the pages of the book, they can build their own fire station utilizing the shaped box and cardstock pieces, and then wheel out the model fire truck to save the day!Includes:*32-page fact book*Model fire truck*52 reusable stickers*23 x 16-inch poster*26 model pieces to build a fire station
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  • Pocket Science

    Chris Oxlade

    Hardcover (Dempsey Parr, )
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  • Machines

    Chris Oxlade

    Paperback (Anness, March 1, 2000)
    Fantastic Facts Machines takes a look at the enormous variety of machines in a fact file illustrated with vibrant photographs, drawings, and diagrams, starting with basic levers and wheels, and coming right up to date with automatic and electronic machinery. Practical projects included to help you understand the principles that make them work.
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  • Science Magic With Machines

    Chris Oxlade

    Paperback (B E S Pub Co, Aug. 1, 1995)
    Ten magic tricks include a mystery box that makes things disappear, a magic tube that makes water flow uphill, and a magic wand, with instructions that explain the underlying scientific principles
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  • Homes

    Chris Oxlade

    Paperback (Raintree, Jan. 1, 2012)
    This book explores the science behind homes. It looks at topics such as building materials, electricity, water and the machines that help us in the home e.g. dishwashers.
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  • Inside Tanks and Heavy Artillery

    Chris Oxlade

    Library Binding (Hungry Tomato ®, Aug. 1, 2017)
    The earliest tank was designed in the fifteenth century. Since then, tanks have developed into huge, powerful weapons. Get an up-close view of mighty tanks and artillery as you learn about a World War II gun that moved on railroad tracks, how explosive artillery shells work, and what's inside an armored tank! From ancient trebuchets and battering rams to digital technology on modern artillery, find out how tanks and artillery have changed throughout military history, and experience life on the battlefield.
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  • The Way Things Work: The Complete Illustrated Guide to the Amazing World of Technology

    Chris Oxlade

    Hardcover (Lorenz Books, Dec. 7, 2004)
    The book charts the history and development behind these major discoveries and introduces the remarkable minds who conceived them.
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  • Making Machines with Screws

    Chris Oxlade

    Paperback (Raintree, Jan. 1, 2015)
    A hands-on approach introduces young scientists to screws. Science theory and practical, fun projects teach the physics and the technology behind this simple machine. Important science curriculum is explained through historical and contemporary examples of screws. Step-by-step projects range from the simple to the more challenging.
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  • I Love Construction Vehicles

    Chris Oxlade

    Paperback (Silver Dolphin Books, May 10, 2016)
    Dig deep and start building as you learn about the mighty vehicles used at a construction site in I Love Construction Vehicles. This complete activity kit allows kids to read, play, and explore the world of working vehicles, including diggers, dumpers, bulldozers, and enormous tunneling machines. Full-color photos throughout the book present these hardworking vehicles in full detail, and the included poster and reusable stickers complete the kit. Once kids have pored over the pages of the book, they can build their own construction site utilizing the shaped box and cardstock pieces, and put the model dump truck to work!Includes:*32-page fact book*Model dump truck*52 reusable stickers*23 x 16-inch poster*47 model pieces to build a construction site
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  • Population Infographics

    Chris Oxlade

    language (Raintree, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Infographics are simple and creative graphic representations of different numerical facts. This title features a variety of engaging infographics that teach readers all about world population. Look through the pages to discover fascinating statistics about the gender, history, religion, and density of the world’s population.
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  • Hands-on Science Projects: Earth: Find Out About the Planet, Volcanoes, Earthquakes and Weather with 50 Great Experiments and Projects, Over 300 Fantastic Photographs!

    Chris Oxlade

    Paperback (Southwater, July 16, 2009)
    This bumper collection of over 50 amazing experiments and exciting projects will inspire any young scientist. The book explains and practically demonstrates the working of the world in a stimulating and challenging way that any inquisitive child will love.
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