Description
Discover the thrilling world of engineering with 'The Book of Massively Epic Engineering Disasters.' This captivating hardback book, authored by Sean Connolly, explores 33 exhilarating experiments inspired by history's greatest engineering blunders. Perfect for young enthusiasts, each page offers an entertaining and educational journey through the failures that shaped our understanding of physics and technology. Delve into the legendary tales of the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Great Molasses Flood of 1919 while engaging in hands-on experiments that will spark curiosity and creativity. This beautifully illustrated 256-page book encourages kids to conduct fun experiments, such as building rickety structures from paper balls and discovering the messy properties of non-Newtonian fluids. Ideal for classrooms or homeschooling, it’s an essential resource for educators seeking to teach fundamental concepts in a memorable way. Designed for ages 8 and up, it combines learning with excitement and laughter. Add this epic title to your collection today and inspire a passion for science through these amazing engineering mishaps! Order now to explore the captivating role of disaster in innovation. Delivery information: Fast shipping available.
The Book of Massively Epic Engineering Disasters: 33 Thrilling Experiments Based on History's Greatest Blunders
By Connolly, Sean
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages 256
Publisher Workman Publishing
DANGER: This book contains detailed information about the most legendary engineering disasters of all time! Ever wonder why Italy's Leaning Tower of Pisa has been slowly toppling over for centuries? Stack books on a foundation of paper balls to learn about rickety building foundations and center of mass. How about the 15-foot-high tidal wave of molasses that tore through the streets of Boston in the Great Molasses Flood of 1919? Karate chop a full tube of toothpaste (outside!) to demonstrate the messy behavior of non-Newtonian fluids. With The Book of Massively Epic Engineering Disasters, kids get active with a fun, illustrated tour through the physics and technology of crumbling buildings, sinking ships, wobbly bridges, mud-stuck tanks, and much more. Covering a wide range of snafus, mishaps, and outright disasters throughout history.
The Book of Massively Epic Engineering Disasters: 33 Thrilling Experiments Based on History's Greatest Blunders
By Connolly, Sean
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages 256
Publisher Workman Publishing
DANGER: This book contains detailed information about the most legendary engineering disasters of all time! Ever wonder why Italy's Leaning Tower of Pisa has been slowly toppling over for centuries? Stack books on a foundation of paper balls to learn about rickety building foundations and center of mass. How about the 15-foot-high tidal wave of molasses that tore through the streets of Boston in the Great Molasses Flood of 1919? Karate chop a full tube of toothpaste (outside!) to demonstrate the messy behavior of non-Newtonian fluids. With The Book of Massively Epic Engineering Disasters, kids get active with a fun, illustrated tour through the physics and technology of crumbling buildings, sinking ships, wobbly bridges, mud-stuck tanks, and much more. Covering a wide range of snafus, mishaps, and outright disasters throughout history.