How ships work: explore the world of ships inside and out with loads of flaps to lift!
By Clive Gifford
How did tiny wooden boats become floating cities—and what makes these giants stay afloat?
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What is How ships work: explore the world of ships inside and out with loads of flaps to lift! about?
Set sail on a journey through the fascinating world of ships, from tiny dinghies and ancient Egyptian boats to mighty freight liners, submarines and speedy modern vessels. Discover how ships float, use wind power and find their way across the water. Lift the flaps to explore their interiors, learn about famous ships from history and see how simple wooden boats developed into today’s enormous cruise liners and super-yachts. With colourful illustrations and clear facts, this interactive book brings ships to life.
About the author
Clive Gifford is a British author who loves writing fascinating books about science, history, sport, and even space! He has written over 200 books, including 'Eye Benders', which won the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize. Clive enjoys making learning fun and is always curious about how things work.
Pages
24 pages
Reading age
Early Reader (5-8)
This edition
2020
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