manufactures

Text and illustrations look at how a variety of items are made and how they are used, including houses, cars, computers, and more.

Presents photographs of component parts of objects that have been taken apart.

Full-color illustrations and simple text describe how over sixty everyday objects are made, including chewing gum, pencils, plastic wrap, paper, ice cream, toothpaste, and many more.

This book covers the major drivers of the Latin American region's economy, including exports of agricultural products, petroleum and minerals, and manufactured goods, along with the service and tourism industries. Despite recent improvements, the Latin American economy remains dependent on commodity exports to the West, presenting a challenge to the region's long-term future. When used in the classroom, this resource provides readers with the tools they need to analyze concepts in economics and how they affect the countries of Latin America.

Qualified workers are required every day in manufacturing. If becoming a trained professional in a well-paying career appeals to you, this book will help you pick and choose from a wide variety of specialized jobs in the planning and managing of the processing of materials into products, including technical support and maintenance. Find out what path you need to follow in education and training to reach your dream job.

"Provides illustrated exploration of manufacturing tricks, ingredients, and materials for common and extraordinary items"--Provided by publisher.

Can you tell the difference between natural and man-made objects? Beginning readers will discover these differences and more in Natural or Man-Made.

Alphabetically arranged entries explain how various products such as lawn mowers, postage stamps, and zippers are manufactured. Each entry includes information on the product's history and the steps involved in its manufacture.

Alphabetically arranged entries explain how various products such as blue jeans, compact discs, and guitars are manufactured. Each entry includes information on the product's history and the steps involved in its manufacture.

Emphasizes current technology in providing information on the invention, manuufacturing, and future uses of thirty high-interest products. Vol. 1, A-J: Vol. 2,K-Z.