Are there any inventions older than the wheel? Who invented the computer? What was all the fuss about inventing a flying machine - and was it really that dangerous? Whether it spins, flies, lights up or explodes, Infomojis: Inventions is all about exploring inventions in a fun and engaging way. Core scientific areas of investigation are covered, such as how wing shape creates lift or how splitting atoms creates a deadly bang!

The book features custom-made 'infomojis' - presenting the information with real personality! So inject fun into facts, and take your young astronomer to the next evolution in infographics.

Infomojis is a series of ten books that are perfect for curious readers aged 8+.

This book is part of a book series called Infomojis .

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published 2019 by Hachette Children's Group .

Jon Richards is an experienced author of non-fiction books for children. Ed Simkins is an award-winning illustrator and graphic designer of children's books. His work focuses on data visualisation such as infographics and innovative data maps.

This book has the following chapters:

• 1: Over land
• 1: Into the air and beyond
• 1: Over and under water
• 1: Saving lives
• 1: Building a better world
• 1: In the kitchen
• 1: Warmth and light
• 1: Keeping clean
• 1: Communication
• 1: Computers and the Internet
• 1: Sound and pictures
• 1: Powering the world
• 1: A material world
• 1: Glossary and Index