| Batarangs and Grapnels: The Science Behind Batman's Utility Belt Contributor(s): Biskup, Agnieszka (Author) |
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ISBN: 1476552118 ISBN-13: 9781476552118 Publisher: Capstone Press OUR PRICE: $8.06 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Technology - Machinery & Tools |
| Dewey: 741.53 |
| LCCN: 2013028327 |
| Lexile Measure: 860 |
| Series: Batman Science |
| Physical Information: 0.2" H x 5.8" W x 8.7" (0.20 lbs) 32 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 163769 Reading Level: 5.6 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In his crusade against crime, Batman's life hangs on his Utility Belt. With its innovative gear attachment system, his belt provides easy access to Batarangs, grapple guns, and so much more. But Batman is a fictional superhero none of his gear is real, right? Think again Look inside to explore how the amazing gadgets on Batman's Utility Belt are actually rooted in real world science and engineering. |
Contributor Bio(s): Biskup, Agnieszka Jozefina: - Agnieszka Biskup is a science writer and editor based in Chicago. She is a former editor for the science section of the Boston Globe as well as the children's science magazine Muse. In addition to children's books, she has also written many articles for newspapers, magazines, and websites. Her books have received awards from Learning magazine, the Association of Educational Publishers, and the Society of School Librarians International. Her book Football: How It Works (Capstone Press, 2010) was a Junior Library Guild selection. |