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Vollis Simpson was a man with a curious mind—always eager to know how things worked and how to fix them. Growing up on a farm in North Carolina, he loved to tinker with machines. And when he served in the Army Air Corps during WWII, Vollis kept right on tinkering. His ingenuity allowed him to build things no one would have thought to create from scraps—a washing machine out of airplane parts and a motorcycle out of a bike. After the war, his passion for metal creations picked up speed—turning into a whirlwind of windmills as far as the eye could see.

Dive into the intriguing world of quantum mechanics with "Fun with Quantum Mechanics," a captivating book designed specifically for young listeners. This unique educational tool simplifies complex scientific concepts into engaging, digestible content that sparks curiosity and fosters a love for science. Perfect for parents, educators, and young enthusiasts, this book not only explains fundamental principles like wave-particle duality and quantum entanglement but also inspires kids to explore the endless possibilities of the universe.

Ghost hunter Yvette Fielding has been investigating spooky places for over 20 years. This time she is uncovering the ghostly histories of Britain's castles. From Oxford Castle to Bamburgh, these castles are filled with hauntings and spooky histories, brought to life by Yvette and the Most Haunted team’s investigations. Dare to discover poltergeist and paranormal activity including the ghost of Anne Boleyn, dastardly poisoners and even Vlad the Impaler!

Con una prosa perfecta para la lectura en voz alta, Una fruta es una maleta para las semillas indaga en el mundo de las semillas, su propósito y cómo crecen, y es perfecto para los niños pequeños. Incluye preguntas y respuestas al final como lectura complementaria y para fomentar el interés.

Sonja und die Kinder Mila und Julian setzen sich für den Tierschutz ein: Sie helfen bei der Vogel- und Insektenzählung mit und sammeln Müll am Strand. Dabei stellen sie fest, welchen Gefahren Tiere im Wald, auf dem Feld und im Meer ausgesetzt sind und was wir alles für sie tun können. In Sonjas Garten bauen die drei gemeinsam ein Haus für Ohrwürmer, im Park entdecken sie Tiere, die neu bei uns leben und erfahren, welche Arten bedroht sind. Mit vielen alltagsnahen Tipps begeistert das Hörspiel Kinder nachhaltig für den Schutz der Tierwelt.

Komm mit ins Geräuscheland! Wie zwitschern Rotkehlchen, wie klingen Wind und Gewitter und welche Maschinen gibt es eigentlich auf dem Bau? Drei Geschichten erzählen vom Leben am Meer, von der Baustelle und den Tieren in der Natur. »Hör Mal Klangreisen« lädt dazu ein, die Ohren zu spitzen und aufmerksam zuzuhören. Dabei werden spielerisch die kindliche Wahrnehmung sowie Zuhör- und Sprachkompetenzen gefördert.

How can the sun power the lights in our homes? What happens to our things after we recycle them? How is renewable energy being used to fight climate change? Ada Twist, Scientist: The Why Files is the perfect nonfiction resource for all these questions and more. Based on the bestselling Questioneers series and the Ada Twist, Scientist Netflix show, this nonfiction series is perfect for the youngest scientists of tomorrow as they learn along with Ada.

We all know that encouraging curiosity and learning is crucial for our children's development, but it isn't always easy. Did you know that children who play while learning are more likely to retain the information they were taught? You don't have to sacrifice fun to encourage learning. That's why we created "Interesting Facts For Curious Kids" filled with challenging questions, fun facts, and interesting stories, your kids (and family!) will be entertained and learning for hours!

Earth is a strange and wondrous place. Discover incredible facts about the planet's saltiest seas, tallest mountains, largest organisms, and more in this fun book!

Some clouds are puffy, some clouds are thin, some carry rain, and some carry snow.

Rainy days can be dark and gloomy, but they can also be fun and colorful! The rain brings big changes like flowers, rainbows, and more.

In 2002, a young orca was discovered near Seattle - lost, alone, and 300 miles away from home. Six months later she was rescued, rehabilitated and reunited with her family on the north end of Vancouver Island. Today Springer is thriving, with two calves of her own. It's the only successful orca reunion in history!

6-12 yaş çocukları için yazılmış, yaşadığımız dünyanın her geçen gün biraz daha kötüye gittiğini hatırlatan bir öykü kitabı... Doğamızın özellikle büyükler tarafından, gelecek nesiller düşünülmeden, nasıl tahrip edilerek kötüye kullanıldığını çocuksu bir masumiyetle gözler önüne seriyor. Masmavi’yi Kim Kurtaracak? çevre duyarlığı oluşturulması bakımından bugün önemli bir yerde duruyor ve çocuklardan büyüklere verilecek çok anlamlı bir ders kitabı özelliği taşıyor. Ateşböceklerinin dilini, el fenerlerinin diline tercüme eden umudun taşıyıcısı çocuklar, gecenin ve gezegenlerin karanlığını aydınlığa çeviriyorlar.

Weather is all around us. What is the weather like where you live? Weather Report introduces early book explorers to weather conditions while helping them develop literacy skills.

Nature has the ability to turn our world into a disaster zone. From blizzards to volcanoes, this series looks at the science behind the destruction. How is a blizzard different from a snowstorm? What causes hurricanes to form? How do you stay safe in an earthquake? Children can answer these questions and more. This volume includes Landslides, Sinkholes, and Tornadoes.

Nature has the ability to turn our world into a disaster zone. From blizzards to volcanoes, this series looks at the science behind the destruction. How is a blizzard different from a snowstorm? What causes hurricanes to form? How do you stay safe in an earthquake? Children can answer these questions and more. This volume includes Tsunamis and Volcanoes.

From crossing vast oceans to exploring outer space, we continue to push the limits of our scientific and engineering capabilities. But what happens when our pursuits don't go as planned? What are the consequences, and how can we learn from these engineering mistakes? This series explores the science behind some of history’s most catastrophic man-made disasters, from the crash of the Hindenburg to the explosion at Chernobyl.

Nature has the ability to turn our world into a disaster zone. From blizzards to volcanoes, this series looks at the science behind the destruction. How is a blizzard different from a snowstorm? What causes hurricanes to form? How do you stay safe in an earthquake? Children can answer these questions and more. This volume includes Avalanches, Blizzards, and Droughts.

Nature has the ability to turn our world into a disaster zone. From blizzards to volcanoes, this series looks at the science behind the destruction. How is a blizzard different from a snowstorm? What causes hurricanes to form? How do you stay safe in an earthquake? Children can answer these questions and more. This volume includes Earthquakes, Heat Waves, and Hurricanes.

On their journeys, they’ll discover volcanic moons, mysterious dwarf planets, and much more! This volume includes The Asteroid Belt, The Dwarf Planets, and The Inner Planets.