"This book is part of a compelling series posing and answering intriguing Technology questions that upper primary students are curious about. Focusing on everyday appliances it presents information via 13 engaging 'question-and-answer' spreads. The highly visual content assists students' understanding of sometimes quite complex concepts and processes. Questions are posed and answered using a number of different methods, including text chains, maps, graphs, timelines and annotated photos and illustrations"--Publisher's description.
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ISBN: 9781420269017 (hbk.)
Physical Description:32 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.print
Formatted Contents Note: What is technology? -- The technology behind everyday appliances: How does a screw work? -- What is a toilet's S-bend? -- What makes a light globe light up? -- How does a zipper work? -- Why do you put water in an iron? -- How does a refrigerator keep things cold? -- Does a vacuum flask keep things hot or cold? -- How does a can opener work? -- What keeps non-stick frying pans from sticking? -- How does a television signal travel through air? -- How do mobile phones work? -- Why doesn't a micowave oven get hot? -- How were Liquid Paper and Post-it Notes invented?.