Homes

by Chris Oxlade

Overview

This book explores the science behind homes. It looks at topics such as building materials, electricity, water and the machines that help us in the home e.g. dishwashers.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781410944993
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	01/01/2012
Series:	The Science Behind
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	10.20(w) x 7.50(h) x 0.10(d)
Lexile:	IG730L (what's this?)
Age Range:	7 - 9 Years

About the Author

Chris Oxlade is an experienced author of non-fiction books for children. He has written more than 200 titles on science, technology, sports and hobbies, from encyclopedia articles to fun activity books.

Table of Contents

Science in Your Home 4

Building Homes 6

Keeping Warm and Keeping Cool 10

Electricity 14

Water for Homes 16

Machines That Help Us 20

Science in Your Life 24

Try It Yourself 26

Glossary 28

Find Out More 30

Index 32