The Spectacular Science of Vehicles
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–11 · 2026

The Spectacular Science of Vehicles

By Rob Colson, Moreno Chiacchiera (Illustrator)

Part of the Spectacular Science series

Discover the secrets of vehicles and the science that powers them.

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48 pages
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Curious about how vehicles work? Dive into the world of cars, trains, ships, and planes to uncover the science behind them. Explore how Maglev trains float, the mystery of breaking the sound barrier, and the intricacies of modern airports. This vibrant guide invites young minds to explore and understand the mechanics and physics that drive our world. Perfect for science enthusiasts eager to learn more about the technology that surrounds us. With engaging visuals and layered information, it's a journey through the wonders of transportation and beyond.

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The Spectacular Science of Vehicles is guaranteed to answer all those tricky science questions that children ask about cars, trains, ships and planes - and that parents often struggle to answer Find out how a Maglev train floats on air, what happens when you break the sound barrier, how modern airports and container ports work and many, many more! The bright, busy artworks will encourage science-hungry children to pore over every detail and truly get to grips with the science that underpins everything around us. Information is delivered on multiple levels, allowing readers to dip in and out at speed, or take a deep dive into their favourite subjects. There’s eight Spectacular Science titles to collect! Titles include Space, Buildings, The Human Body, Art, Planet Earth and The Living World.

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Format
Paperback
Pages
48
Reading age
9–11
Audience
Juvenile Reader
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Published
June 23, 2026
Publisher
Kingfisher
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780753481370

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