Publisher's Synopsis
Think you know vehicles? Think again!
Unconventional Vehicles is a nonfiction collection of 45 of the strangest, most unconventional vehicles that have ever existed.
Vehicles
include an underwater battery-powered scooter, a carriage pulled by
ostriches, a hot air balloon shaped like the Cathedral of Saint Gall,
and five different jet packs.
Filled with history, science, technology, engineering, and interesting bits of trivia, all in one kid-appealing package
Part of the Uncommon Compendiums series
Vehicles range from submersibles to dirigibles.
Unconventional Vehicles
explores very strange modes of transportation for vehicle fans, rocket
inventors, budding space-and-aeronautics experts, and anyone who's ever
thought, "Why can't I ride a motorized suitcase through the airport?"
Brimming
with fascinating facts and diagrams presented with wit and humor, this
book is sure to enthrall vehicle enthusiasts of every age.
Ideal for children ages 8 to 12 years old, especially those interested in vehicles and engineering
Author Michael Hearst brings his signature verve and humor to this fascinating read.
Young readers will devour all the substantive and silly content in this
book, proving definitively that nonfiction is anything but dry.
Resonates year-round as a go-to gift for birthdays, holidays, and more
A great pick for teachers, parents, grandparents, and caregivers
Add it to the shelf with books like Cars, Trains, Ships, and Planes: A Visual Encyclopedia of Every Vehicle by DK; Stephen Biesty's Incredible Cross-Sections by Stephen Biesty; and Cool Cars by Quentin Willson
