Adventures with How Things Workis an immersive exploration of more than 15 scientific concepts and applications that make a difference to our lives. How do we see the world in so many colours? How does the polygraph show that you are telling a lie? Is blasting off to space really rocket science? Skydive with parachuters. Be transported by the cleverness of the escalator. And experience some cool science at work in your very own home. From everyday hacks to the technology that catches criminals, understand how things work as never before! The World of Science comics series engages, educates and entertains children, imparting scientific facts, while nurturing the love of Science through dynamic, full-colour comics. All topics covered are in line with the Singapore primary Science syllabus and the Cambridge primary Science curriculum, and also offer beyond-the-syllabus insights designed to stretch inquiring young minds. This book aligns with the following syllabi: Singapore Science syllabus topics: NA. Cambridge Primary Science syllabus topics: Forces and motion. IB Primary Years Programme Science syllabus topics: Structure and function. Contents: CRIME DETECTION: Truths or Lies? Uniqueness at Your Fingertips NATURE'S DESIGNS: Seeing the Light Hidden Record of Life Hexagons Everywhere! FORCES TO RECKON WITH: Landing Softly Take the Plunge Push Down, Rise Up! Is It Magic? EVERYDAY SCIENCE: Moving Corridor Not Just Gathering Dust Some Like It Hot A Self-Watering Pot? Changing States Why Do Cut Apples Turn Brown? QUIZ CHALLENGE: So, How Much Do You Really Know About How Things Work? Readership: 6-12 year olds, Singapore, Asia-Pacific, worldwide. Trade, schools, libraries everywhere.
