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Way Things Work Now
Way Things Work Now | David Macaulay
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A New York Times Bestseller Explainer-in-Chief David Macaulay updates the worldwide bestseller The New Way Things Work to capture the latest developments in the technology that most impacts our lives. Famously packed with information on the inner workings of everything from windmills to Wi-Fi, this extraordinary and humorous book both guides readers through the fundamental principles of machines, and shows how the developments of the past are building the world of tomorrow. This sweepingly revised edition embraces all of the latest developments, from touchscreens to 3D printer. Each scientific principle is brilliantly explained--with the help of a charming, if rather slow-witted, woolly mammoth. An illustrated survey of significant inventions closes the book, along with a glossary of technical terms, and an index. What possible link could there be between zippers and plows, dentist drills and windmills? Parking meters and meat grinders, jumbo jets and jackhammers, remote control and rockets, electric guitars and egg beaters? Macaulay explains them all.
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Niaaelizz
The Way Things Work Now | David Macaulay, Neil Ardley

“Freedom from friction.”

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Niaaelizz
The Way Things Work Now | David Macaulay, Neil Ardley

This book is very informative. I feel as though it may be too complex for younger ages. I would use it at the lowest, in a middle school education setting.

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Niaaelizz
The Way Things Work Now | David Macaulay, Neil Ardley
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This non fiction book puts a humorous but informative spin on technology in our everyday lives. The author provides a glossary Athens the end of the book which includes technical terms as well. This book get children thinking about how technology works and no informs them of the many inventions in science. The illustrations are very detailed as each technological piece is broken apart and labeled.

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Angeles
The Way Things Work Now | David Macaulay, Neil Ardley
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Got to listen to Macaulay for an hour at Boston book festival before buying his new book. Also, I got a free SiFi book at one of the booths at the festival. Awesome!😍📚📚📚

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BethwithBooks
The Way Things Work Now | David Macaulay, Neil Ardley
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Well hello there Mr. Macaulay #bbf16