Inventions in 30 seconds
Subtitle: 30 world-changing ideas for creative kids explained in half a minute
By: Dr Mike Goldsmith ; illustrated by Chris Anderson
Contributors: Anderson, Chris, illustrator
Published: 2014
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781782401483
Subjects: Inventions; Juvenile literature; History
Description: In this exciting title for innovative kids everywhere, the inventions that have changed the world are explored and explained in half a minute. From the flushing toilet and the wheel, to painkillers and the Internet, we look at the amazing innovations that it's hard to imagine living without. Six themed sections each with its own glossary cover Making Life Easy, Communication, Travel, Finding Out, Medicine, and Industry. The text clearly explains the story behind each invention and looks at its impact, while illustrations help explain how it works.