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Lonely Planet Kids

How Everything Works

How Everything Works

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The latest title in the 'How Things Work' series, 'How Everything Works,' will showcase the ordinary world in an extraordinary way through detailed illustrations by James Gulliver Hancock. It will explore well-known environments, including homes, construction sites, factories, shopping malls, offices, and streets, and explain how various objects and machines operate. The book will feature full-page gatefolds, smaller flaps to reveal the secrets of latest gizmos and gadgets, and a history of things that changes over time.

Format: Hardback
Length: 24 pages
Publication date: 09 September 2022
Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited


The latest title in the popular 'How Things Work series' is set to make the ordinary seem extraordinary. Featuring the beautifully detailed illustrations of James Gulliver Hancock, 'How Everything Works' will take a close-up look at the world around us to examine well-known, everyday environments and reveal how all the various objects and machines found there operate.

Full-page gatefolds showcase large, dense scenes, while smaller flaps can be opened to uncover the secrets of the latest gizmos and gadgets. Explore a home, a building site, a factory, a shopping mall, an office, and a busy street; find out how a car, a computer, a conveyor belt, and a mobile phone work, and much more!

Contents include:

A History of Things: watch as a street changes through time.

Down on the Farm: from tractors to combine harvesters and wind turbines.

At the Construction Site: mix cement, dig underground, and then look upward to cranes and skyscrapers.

Staying in Touch: connect through mobile phones, wireless tech, and satellite communications.

Getting Around - local: hit the road with cars, buses, bicycles, motorbikes, and even electric vehicles.

Getting Around - long distance: jump aboard trains, planes, and boats.

In the Home: the inner workings of washing machines, lightbulbs, and electricity.

At the Office: computers, photocopiers, air con.

Entertainment: from rollercoasters to video games.

Shopping: scan barcodes and watch CCTV.

At the Factory: from assembly lines to automation, robots, and fork-lift trucks.

At the Hospital: uncover modern medicine.

About Lonely Planet Kids:

Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority, Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now parents themselves. Recognizing the need for travel resources that cater specifically to families, Lonely Planet Kids was born.

Our mission is to inspire and empower young explorers to discover the world through the lens of adventure, education, and fun. We create books, apps, and products that are designed to engage and entertain children while imparting valuable knowledge about different cultures, places, and phenomena.

Our books are filled with colorful illustrations, engaging stories, and interactive activities that make learning about the world a joy for children of all ages. From 'How Things Work' to 'Around the World in 80 Days,' our range of titles covers a wide range of topics and interests, ensuring that there is something for every child.

In addition to our print publications, we also offer a range of digital resources, including apps, e-books, and interactive games. These resources are designed to complement our books and provide children with a fun and interactive way to learn about the world.

At Lonely Planet Kids, we believe that travel is not just for adults; it is for everyone. We strive to create resources that inspire and empower young explorers to discover the world, and we are proud to be a part of the journey.

Weight: 976g
Dimension: 262 x 285 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838695231

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