Simple machines in the great outdoors
By: Gillian Gosman
Edition: First edition.
Series: Simple machines everywhere
Publisher: PowerKids Press; Rosen Publishing Group
Published: 2015
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 24
ISBN-13: 9781477768372; 9781477768389; 9781477766422
Subjects: Simple machines; Juvenile literature; Machinery; Outdoor recreation
Description: Key physical science concepts are presented in the context of outdoor adventures. Young nature lovers will learn about the mechanics of popular gear, and they ll also discover the fascinating ways that simple machines occur naturally in the great outdoors.
Notes: Includes index.
Table of contents: title: What are simple machines?; title: It's plane to see; title: Wedges in winter weather; title: A special screw; title: The likable lever; title: Pulling their weight; title: The wondrous wheel (and axle!); title: Find them in nature!; title: Now it gets complex; title: Thank you, simple machines!