| Design It!: The Ordinary Things We Use Every Day and the Not-So-Ordinary Ways They Came to Be Contributor(s): Arato, Rona (Author) |
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ISBN: 0887768466 ISBN-13: 9780887768460 Publisher: Tundra Books (NY) OUR PRICE: $18.86 Product Type: Paperback Published: November 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - General (see Also Headings Under Animals Or Technology) - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Modern - Juvenile Nonfiction | Technology - Inventions |
| Dewey: 745.2 |
| LCCN: 2009938453 |
| Physical Information: 0.2" H x 7.9" W x 9.9" (0.55 lbs) 72 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 143516 Reading Level: 6.8 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 2.0 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Behind the toaster, the toilet, the tub, the microwave, the camera, and countless other features of our everyday lives are smart ideas from smart people who executed them. A bright idea of a book, Design It is a great introduction to lots of satisfying careers from architecture to model making, to the pioneers - thank you, Mr. Cummings for the modern-day toilet - and to the principles of good design that make life more pleasant. Rona Arato introduces young readers to the world of industrial design by focusing on our homes and by presenting the basics. She asks readers to be the judge: Does it do what it's supposed to (function)? Is it big enough, small enough, or light enough for the person who'll be using it (usability)? Is it safe and comfortable to use (ergonomics)? Does it look great (aesthetics)? And, is it eco-friendly? Equal parts fascinating history and eye-opening facts, Design It makes for great reading and is a useful resource for those who are beginning to think about careers. |