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Light and Sound Mike Goldsmith

Light and Sound By Mike Goldsmith

Light and Sound by Mike Goldsmith


17,19 $
Condition - Very Good
<20 in stock

Summary

Introduces readers to the sources of light and explains how we hear sounds. This book helps you look closer at prisms, colours and reflections; find out how sounds can be louder or fainter depending on where the sound source is, and how shadows are formed; and learn why people need light to see and how we can detect sounds.

Light and Sound Summary

Light and Sound by Mike Goldsmith

"KFYK - Kingfisher Young Knowledge" is a highly visual, accessible and inspirational learning experience. Lively, engaging text explains the basics of a favourite subject, zooming in on intriguing aspects illustrated with stunning full-colour photographs. Project spreads featuring activities to do at home or when out and about, encourage hands-on involvement and understanding. "KFYK Light and Sound" introduces readers to the sources of light and explains how we hear sounds. Look closer at prisms, colours and reflections. Find out how sounds can be louder or fainter depending on where the sound source is, and how shadows are formed. Learn why people need light to see and how we can detect sounds.

Light and Sound Reviews

"'Highly visual and inspirational for young readers' Teaching & Learning"

About Mike Goldsmith

Dr Mike Goldsmith studied the philosophy of time and space at Keele University, England, where he also obtained his PhD in astrophysics. He has investigated stars, sound and speech, and is now Head of Acoustics at the UK's National Physical Laboratory. An author of over 20 non-fiction books for children, he was shortlisted for the Aventis Prize for Science, Junior Section, in 2002 and 2004. Mike lives in Middlesex, England.

Table of Contents

1 Half-title; 2 Imprint; 3 Title; 4 Contents; 6 World of light; 8 Eyes and seeing; 10 Colour; 12 Making light; 14 Light from the sun; 16 Darkness and light; 18 Shadows; 20 Bouncing light; 22 Bending light; 24 Electric light; 26 World of sound; 28 What is sound?; 30 Ears and hearing; 32 Making sound; 34 How sound travels; 36 Quiet or loud?; 38 High or low?; 40 Electric sound; 42 Projects: shadow puppets; 44 Projects: glass xylophone; 46 Projects: yoghurt pot telephone; 48 Index.

Additional information

GOR004294606
9780753413777
0753413779
Light and Sound by Mike Goldsmith
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Pan Macmillan
2001-01-01
48
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

Customer Reviews - Light and Sound