Everything you need to understand or teach The New Way Things Work by David Macaulay.
The New Way Things Work by David Macaulay is an illustrated book covering various topics in the categories of technology and mechanics. The book consists of four parts each of which which summarize a different aspect of mechanical science: simple machines, natural forces, light and sound waves, and electricity. The fifth section introduces computer technology and digital communication. It differs in that it has no introduction but includes the epilogue. Humor...
The New Way Things Work Lesson Plans contain 118 pages of teaching material, including: