About the Book: Explore the incredible world of science and technology in this engaging and richly illustrated reference book. Packed with amazing facts, hundreds of photographs and detailed illustrations, it introduces young readers to the fascinating principles behind the world around them. Six authoritative chapters cover Matter; Materials and Chemicals; Energy, Force and Motion; Electricity, Magnetism and Radiation; Frontiers of Science; and Technology. Presented in accessible, bite-sized sections, this educational guide makes complex scientific ideas easier to understand and exciting to explore. Perfect for curious children interested in physics, chemistry, engineering, inventions and the latest scientific discoveries.