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OverviewMax Axiom has a mission. His nephew Nick wants to take his skateboarding skills to the next level but he needs a new board to accomplish his dreams. Join Max as he uses the engineering process to design and build a totally rad skateboard. Max Axiom super cool super scientist extraordinaire is back in action in these nonfiction graphic novels! Using the powers he acquired in a freak accident Max demonstrates and explores these science technology engineering and math STEM concepts in ways never before experienced in the classroom. See firsthand how cool and exciting science can be! Full Product DetailsAuthor: Tammy Enz , Pop Art Studios , Morgan HynesPublisher: Capstone Press Imprint: Capstone Press Dimensions: Width: 17.50cm , Height: 0.50cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.091kg ISBN: 9781620657034ISBN 10: 1620657031 Pages: 32 Publication Date: 01 January 2013 Recommended Age: From 8 to 14 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock  We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviews"Max Axiom, the supercharged scientist of series past, moves from the natural world into the realm of high-tech (mostly) in this graphic novel-style STEM-focused subset. In Scientists and in Engineers he puts together teams for, respectively, a science fair and a lunar colony by zipping from the International Space Station to the ocean's bottom for quick interviews with a range of STEM specialists. The other two volumes are more process oriented, following each stage in the design and construction of a super skateboard and a large recycling facility. Sidebars clarify and expand upon information presented in the narratives. Enhanced by their visual format, resource lists, and closing spreads containing historical background notes and additional information, these volumes offer stimulating glances at their topics-- ""School Library Journal, Series Made Simple""" Max Axiom, the supercharged scientist of series past, moves from the natural world into the realm of high-tech (mostly) in this graphic novel-style STEM-focused subset. In Scientists and in Engineers he puts together teams for, respectively, a science fair and a lunar colony by zipping from the International Space Station to the ocean's bottom for quick interviews with a range of STEM specialists. The other two volumes are more process oriented, following each stage in the design and construction of a super skateboard and a large recycling facility. Sidebars clarify and expand upon information presented in the narratives. Enhanced by their visual format, resource lists, and closing spreads containing historical background notes and additional information, these volumes offer stimulating glances at their topics-- School Library Journal, Series Made Simple Author InformationTammy Enz holds a bachelor's degree in civil engineering and a master's degree in journalism and mass communications. She teaches at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and has written dozens of books on science and engineering topics for young people. Marcelo Baez is a professional illustrator and designer who has worked for international clients such as Microsoft, ESPN Magazine, Dallas Observer, The Weekend Australian Magazine just to name a few. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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