Author: Disney Book Group
Publisher: Disney Press
ISBN: 9781484706565
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
This action-packed Read-Along Storybook and CD set includes four thrilling stories narrated with sound effects and character voices: Cars, Cars 2, Air Mater, and Planes. Plus, redeem a bonus eBook: Planes: Fire and Rescue.
Cars / Planes: Fly-and-Drive Read-Along Storybook and CD
Author: Disney Book Group
Publisher: Disney Press
ISBN: 9781484706565
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
This action-packed Read-Along Storybook and CD set includes four thrilling stories narrated with sound effects and character voices: Cars, Cars 2, Air Mater, and Planes. Plus, redeem a bonus eBook: Planes: Fire and Rescue.
Publisher: Disney Press
ISBN: 9781484706565
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
This action-packed Read-Along Storybook and CD set includes four thrilling stories narrated with sound effects and character voices: Cars, Cars 2, Air Mater, and Planes. Plus, redeem a bonus eBook: Planes: Fire and Rescue.
Flying Cars
Author: Andrew Glass
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 0618984828
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
Humans have always wanted to fly. As soon as there were planes and cars, many people saw a combination as the next step for personal transportation, and visionary engineers and inventors did their best to make the flying car (or the roadable plane) a reality. This book is a breezy account of hybrid vehicles and their creators, and of the intense drive that kept bringing inventors back to the drawing board despite repeated failures and the dictates of common sense. Illustrated with archival photos, this entertaining survey takes readers back as far as Icarus and forward into the present day, with a look toward the future. Includes author's note, source notes, bibliography, index.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 0618984828
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
Humans have always wanted to fly. As soon as there were planes and cars, many people saw a combination as the next step for personal transportation, and visionary engineers and inventors did their best to make the flying car (or the roadable plane) a reality. This book is a breezy account of hybrid vehicles and their creators, and of the intense drive that kept bringing inventors back to the drawing board despite repeated failures and the dictates of common sense. Illustrated with archival photos, this entertaining survey takes readers back as far as Icarus and forward into the present day, with a look toward the future. Includes author's note, source notes, bibliography, index.
Where Is My Flying Car?
Author: J. Storrs Hall
Publisher: Stripe Press
ISBN: 1953953271
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
From an engineer and futurist, an impassioned account of technological stagnation since the 1970s and an imaginative blueprint for a richer, more abundant future The science fiction of the 1960s promised us a future remade by technological innovation: we’d vacation in geodesic domes on Mars, have meaningful conversations with computers, and drop our children off at school in flying cars. Fast-forward 60 years, and we’re still stuck in traffic in gas-guzzling sedans and boarding the same types of planes we flew in over half a century ago. What happened to the future we were promised? In Where Is My Flying Car?, J. Storrs Hall sets out to answer this deceptively simple question. What starts as an examination of the technical limitations of building flying cars evolves into an investigation of the scientific, technological, and social roots of the economic stagnation that started in the 1970s. From the failure to adopt nuclear energy and the suppression of cold fusion technology to the rise of a counterculture hostile to progress, Hall recounts how our collective ambitions for the future were derailed, with devastating consequences for global wealth creation and distribution. Hall then outlines a framework for a future powered by exponential progress—one in which we build as much in the world of atoms as we do in the world of bits, one rich in abundance and wonder. Drawing on years of original research and personal engineering experience, Where Is My Flying Car?, originally published in 2018, is an urgent, timely analysis of technological progress over the last 50 years and a bold vision for a better future.
Publisher: Stripe Press
ISBN: 1953953271
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
From an engineer and futurist, an impassioned account of technological stagnation since the 1970s and an imaginative blueprint for a richer, more abundant future The science fiction of the 1960s promised us a future remade by technological innovation: we’d vacation in geodesic domes on Mars, have meaningful conversations with computers, and drop our children off at school in flying cars. Fast-forward 60 years, and we’re still stuck in traffic in gas-guzzling sedans and boarding the same types of planes we flew in over half a century ago. What happened to the future we were promised? In Where Is My Flying Car?, J. Storrs Hall sets out to answer this deceptively simple question. What starts as an examination of the technical limitations of building flying cars evolves into an investigation of the scientific, technological, and social roots of the economic stagnation that started in the 1970s. From the failure to adopt nuclear energy and the suppression of cold fusion technology to the rise of a counterculture hostile to progress, Hall recounts how our collective ambitions for the future were derailed, with devastating consequences for global wealth creation and distribution. Hall then outlines a framework for a future powered by exponential progress—one in which we build as much in the world of atoms as we do in the world of bits, one rich in abundance and wonder. Drawing on years of original research and personal engineering experience, Where Is My Flying Car?, originally published in 2018, is an urgent, timely analysis of technological progress over the last 50 years and a bold vision for a better future.
3-in-1 Read-Along Storybook and CD: Disney•Pixar Rip-Roaring Adventures
Author: Disney Book Group
Publisher: Disney Press
ISBN: 9781423120971
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Blast off with Buzz Lightyear and the whole crew from Toy Story. Dive into the amazing underwater world of Finding Nemo. Race into the world of Cars with Lightning McQueen. At the sound of the chime, readers can turn the pages of this read-along storybook to follow along on each thrilling journey. With retellings of three of the best-loved Disney•Pixar films that include word-for-word narration, plus original sound effects and voices from each film, this storybook and CD brings each adventure to life!
Publisher: Disney Press
ISBN: 9781423120971
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Blast off with Buzz Lightyear and the whole crew from Toy Story. Dive into the amazing underwater world of Finding Nemo. Race into the world of Cars with Lightning McQueen. At the sound of the chime, readers can turn the pages of this read-along storybook to follow along on each thrilling journey. With retellings of three of the best-loved Disney•Pixar films that include word-for-word narration, plus original sound effects and voices from each film, this storybook and CD brings each adventure to life!
Transportation!
Author: Gail Gibbons
Publisher: Holiday House
ISBN: 0823438244
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 18
Book Description
From cars and trains to planes and boats, people all around the world have developed diverse means and methods of travel. In this fascinating exploration of transportation, Gail Gibbons employs her signature, colorful artwork and accessible text to explain transportation choices to young readers. Vehicles of many kinds are clearly detailed, as are transportation-related facts and concepts such as carpooling and commuting. For young readers on the go, this book is a must-have!
Publisher: Holiday House
ISBN: 0823438244
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 18
Book Description
From cars and trains to planes and boats, people all around the world have developed diverse means and methods of travel. In this fascinating exploration of transportation, Gail Gibbons employs her signature, colorful artwork and accessible text to explain transportation choices to young readers. Vehicles of many kinds are clearly detailed, as are transportation-related facts and concepts such as carpooling and commuting. For young readers on the go, this book is a must-have!
The Adventures of Milo & Otis
Author: Mark Saltzman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780688088088
Category : Cats
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
A young cat and dog discover the dangers and delights of the outside world when they wander away from the farm.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780688088088
Category : Cats
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
A young cat and dog discover the dangers and delights of the outside world when they wander away from the farm.
Daredevil
Author: Meghan McCarthy
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
ISBN: 9781442422629
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A riveting picture book biography of Betty Skelton, aviation and auto racing pioneer, from award-winning author/illustrator Megan McCarthy. In the 1930s most girls were happy playing with dolls. But one girl, Betty Skelton, liked playing with airplanes, watching them fly around outside, and even flying airplanes herself! She lived for an adventure—in the air, the water, and on land—and nothing could stop her, especially not being a girl. When Betty Skelton was young there weren’t many women flying airplanes or racing cars, but she wouldn’t let that stop her. She was always ready to take on a challenge, and she loved to have fun. Beetty rode motorcycles, raced cars, jumped out of planes, and flew jets, helicoptors, gliders, and blimps. And by the time she was an adult, Betty was known in the press as the “First Lady of Firsts!” This vibrantly illustrated picture book biography reveals the exciting life of a brave pioneer who followed her dreams and showed the world that women can do anything!
Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
ISBN: 9781442422629
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A riveting picture book biography of Betty Skelton, aviation and auto racing pioneer, from award-winning author/illustrator Megan McCarthy. In the 1930s most girls were happy playing with dolls. But one girl, Betty Skelton, liked playing with airplanes, watching them fly around outside, and even flying airplanes herself! She lived for an adventure—in the air, the water, and on land—and nothing could stop her, especially not being a girl. When Betty Skelton was young there weren’t many women flying airplanes or racing cars, but she wouldn’t let that stop her. She was always ready to take on a challenge, and she loved to have fun. Beetty rode motorcycles, raced cars, jumped out of planes, and flew jets, helicoptors, gliders, and blimps. And by the time she was an adult, Betty was known in the press as the “First Lady of Firsts!” This vibrantly illustrated picture book biography reveals the exciting life of a brave pioneer who followed her dreams and showed the world that women can do anything!
The Pixar Theory
Author: Jon Negroni
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780996396219
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
"Every Pixar movie is connected. I explain how and possibly why." These are the words that began the detailed essay now known as "The Pixar Theory," which came out way back in 2013. It collected over 10 million views on Jon's blog alone, and was syndicated on Buzzfeed, Mashable, Huffpost, Entertainment Weekly, and more - generating over 100 million impressions and now translated into a dozen languages. Now, these thoughts and ideas first written by Jon Negroni have been fully realized inside this book, aptly named The Pixar Theory. In this book, you'll find an analysis of every single Pixar movie to date and how it tells a hidden story lurking behind these classic movies. You'll learn about how the toys of Toy Story secretly owe their existence to the events of The Incredibles. You'll learn about what truly happened to the civilization of cars from Cars before the events of WALL-E. And of course, you'll find out the possible truth for why "Boo" of Monsters Inc. is the most important Pixar character yet. Welcome to the Pixar Theory. Don't forget to fasten your imagination.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780996396219
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
"Every Pixar movie is connected. I explain how and possibly why." These are the words that began the detailed essay now known as "The Pixar Theory," which came out way back in 2013. It collected over 10 million views on Jon's blog alone, and was syndicated on Buzzfeed, Mashable, Huffpost, Entertainment Weekly, and more - generating over 100 million impressions and now translated into a dozen languages. Now, these thoughts and ideas first written by Jon Negroni have been fully realized inside this book, aptly named The Pixar Theory. In this book, you'll find an analysis of every single Pixar movie to date and how it tells a hidden story lurking behind these classic movies. You'll learn about how the toys of Toy Story secretly owe their existence to the events of The Incredibles. You'll learn about what truly happened to the civilization of cars from Cars before the events of WALL-E. And of course, you'll find out the possible truth for why "Boo" of Monsters Inc. is the most important Pixar character yet. Welcome to the Pixar Theory. Don't forget to fasten your imagination.
Choo Choo Clickety-Clack!
Author: Margaret Mayo
Publisher: Carolrhoda Books
ISBN: 1575058197
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Rhythmic sounds imitate trains, planes, and other busy transports that come and go.
Publisher: Carolrhoda Books
ISBN: 1575058197
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Rhythmic sounds imitate trains, planes, and other busy transports that come and go.
Carjacked: The Culture of the Automobile and Its Effect on Our Lives
Author: Catherine Lutz
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
ISBN: 0230102190
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 269
Book Description
Carjacked is an in-depth look at our obsession with cars. While the automobile's contribution to global warming and the effects of volatile gas prices are is widely known, the problems we face every day because of our cars are much more widespread and yet much less known -- from the surprising $14,000 per year that the average family pays each year for the vehicles it owns, to the increase in rates of obesity and asthma to which cars contribute, to the 40,000 deaths and 2.5 million crash injuries each and every year. Carjacked details the complex impact of the automobile on modern society and shows us how to develop a healthier, cheaper, and greener relationship with cars.
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
ISBN: 0230102190
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 269
Book Description
Carjacked is an in-depth look at our obsession with cars. While the automobile's contribution to global warming and the effects of volatile gas prices are is widely known, the problems we face every day because of our cars are much more widespread and yet much less known -- from the surprising $14,000 per year that the average family pays each year for the vehicles it owns, to the increase in rates of obesity and asthma to which cars contribute, to the 40,000 deaths and 2.5 million crash injuries each and every year. Carjacked details the complex impact of the automobile on modern society and shows us how to develop a healthier, cheaper, and greener relationship with cars.