100 Facts Speed
2013
First Published
54
Number of Pages
Part of Series
The fantastically successful 100 Facts series reveals the science behind all things speedy in this brilliant book. Discover how we measure acceleration, why heavy things are hard to speed up, and who first broke the sound barrier. Covering a wide range of topics from super-speedy animals to hypersonic planes, exactly 100 numbered facts will challenge children, acting as an incentive as they make their way through the book. Packed with exhilarating photographs, detailed diagrams and panels containing activities, quizzes and cartoons, 100 Facts is the perfect introduction to this fascinating subject.
Author
Fiona MacDonald
Author · 70 books
Fiona MacDonald studied history at Cambridge University and at the University of East Anglia. She has taught in schools, adult education and university, and is the author of numerous books for children on historical topics.
