How Ships Work - Lonely Planet Kids

Beskrivelse

Discover the fascinating world of ships, boats, and ferries with this engaging guide that explains how they work, what they’re used for, and how they've evolved through time. Packed with fun flaps to lift and vibrant illustrations, it’s a perfect introduction for curious kids.

An exciting journey through the history and mechanics of ships, from ancient vessels to modern marvels.

Set sail on a voyage through the ages, exploring everything from simple wooden paddle boats and tiny coracles to luxurious mega-yachts equipped with helipads and classic paddle steamers. This book is a fantastic companion to titles like How Airports Work and How Trains Work, taking young readers on a worldwide adventure to uncover the secrets of ships big and small.

Lift the flaps to reveal papyrus sails on an Ancient Egyptian ship cruising the Nile, step aboard a historic Spanish galleon, or speed across the water at nearly 320 miles per hour in a high-speed boat. Discover how ships stay afloat, harness the power of the wind, and navigate by the stars.

Learn how early boats carved from tree trunks transformed into today’s enormous super yachts and cruise liners, and get a glimpse of the exciting possibilities for the ships of tomorrow.

Filled with captivating facts and stunning artwork by James Gulliver Hancock, and written by Clive Gifford, this book was created with expert advice from the National Maritime Museum, UK, making it the ultimate kids’ guide to all things ships!

Yderligere information