About The Book

Did you know that traffic lights existed before the car was invented? Or that you blink less often when looking at a computer screen? Or that children's author Roald Dahl invented a life-saving medical device? Explore the weird and wonderful world of machines and technology with 500 fantastic facts presented in a highly visual style. The fascinating facts in this book provide an exciting, accessible way of drawing kids into the world of STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) and the infographic style makes the facts presented easy to absorb and enjoyable to learn. This book presents information in clear, fun way with full-color illustrations throughout. Packed full of jaw-dropping facts and incredible graphics, from lawn mowers to space shuttles, this handy book is the perfect guide to technology for readers aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: These handy pocket-sizes books are part of Arcturus' Micro Facts! series. Each of these titles contain 500 awesome facts on a fun school-related topics, presented alongside gorgeous illustrations.

About The Author

Anne Rooney is an award-winning author who writes on science and the history of science for children and adults. Her Dinosaur Atlas was shortlisted for the Royal Young People's Book Award 2018 and won the School Library Association Information Book Award (ages 7-12), 2018. She has a degree and a PhD from Trinity College, Cambridge and has been a Royal Literary Fund Fellow at Newham College, Cambridge. Her books have been translated into 22 languages. Darcie Olley is a British children's book illustrator who began her career in textile design. Her colorful, characterful artwork style has been applied to clothing, books, accessories, greeting cards, homewares, stationary, and more!

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