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Science Makers: Making with Machines

Anna Claybourne, Author

Series: Science Makers

Imprint: Wayland

Publication date: June 28, 2018

Category: Science: general interest

ISBN: 9781526305503

Series: Science Makers

Imprint: Wayland

Publication date: January 9, 2020

Category: Science: general interest

ISBN: 9781526305510

Be a SCIENCE MAKER by experimenting, tinkering and building to discover the wonders of science! Learn all about MACHINES by following in the footsteps of famous scientists, artists and inventors.
– Build a battle catapult like famous machine-maker Archimedes
– Make an artificial robot arm based on Kaylene Kau’s award-winning design
– Be inspired by sculptor Fi Henshall and create your own bird automaton, and much more!

Each title in this series contains ten ‘makes’, prompted by featured profiles of great scientists, artists and engineers. Children will learn about and create the experiments and builds that have led to world-changing discoveries, amazing machines and inspiring artworks. Perfect for KS2 science and technology classes aged 9 and up.

Anna Claybourne

Anna Claybourne has written over 150 children’s books on all kinds of subjects, from sharks, black holes and splitting the atom to how to draw, Shakespeare’s life, and Greek myths and legends. She knows a lot about conservation in the rain forests of Costa Rica as she once volunteered there for three months. She likes space, sewing and music, plays the trombone and loves going camping.