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What makes an air-racer go?Explore the science behind electricity, electromagnets, and propellers while building two fun racecars!Race yourself or your friend on the gravity-defying racetracks, tunnels, and homemade roller-coaster ramps described in t ... Read more

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These instructive books welcome young readers into the fascinating world of Earth's creatures and explore the marvels of the nature.Habitats, eating habits, size, and how natural phenomena occur are just a few of the topics discussed in the "Learn About Nature" series.Illustrated in full-color throughout. ... Read more

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A great reference source of learning!
This is definitely a great source of learning about a very interesting ability for kids and adults alike. ... Read more

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A wonderful way for kids to experience the magic of science. The "Experiment With" series offers simple experiments that help children test and observe basic scientific principles. The whole family can get involved with these experiments, which are explained clearly and with the help of colorful photos. ... Read more

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Outdated and wrong
I'm giving the book 1 star because it does point out a few good reasons for electrics, as well as some interesting history.

That said, the book is outdated and there is one unforgiveable error in this book. Here's the quote: "No electric car can go much more than 75 miles (121 kiometers) per hour." FALSE!!! The fastest electrics go 250+ MPH. Heck, electric dragsters can accellerate to 150+ MPH in just 1/4 mile! But really, how fast do you need to go anyway?

The book also made it look like electrics don't have heat. Get real! Ceramic heaters are used in electric vehicles and provide instant heat, unlike their gasoline brethren.

Another error... "The top range is 150 miles..." That may have been true when this book was printed, but in 1995 a company called Solectria built a composite car called the Sunrise that did 350 miles on a single charge. There are other examples of even greater distances, but I'll spare you. ... Read more