Railroads to Superhighways
A Handbook on Big Ideas That Have Made Our World Smaller
Published on 15. December 2022
Book
Paperback/Softback
72 pages
978-981-5066-00-5 (ISBN)
Description
The first railroad was built in the early 19th century and the world's axis shifted along with it. Since then, revolutionary ideas have changed the way we live, work, play and connect. - How were 'instant' messages sent in ancient times?
- What did the Silk Road bring to the rest of the world?
- Which search engine used to be called BackRub?
> Former TV journalist Hwee Goh and historian/artist David Liew use a fun, narrative arc to tell the stories of how connections have sparked change globally. After all, a clear view of history sets the perspective forward for the future. Are you ready for your next journey of discovery?
- What did the Silk Road bring to the rest of the world?
- Which search engine used to be called BackRub?
> Former TV journalist Hwee Goh and historian/artist David Liew use a fun, narrative arc to tell the stories of how connections have sparked change globally. After all, a clear view of history sets the perspective forward for the future. Are you ready for your next journey of discovery?
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Singapore
Singapore
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: Preschool, Interest Age: From 7 to 9 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 159 mm
Width: 230 mm
Thickness: 7 mm
Weight
194 gr
ISBN-13
978-981-5066-00-5 (9789815066005)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Hwee Goh is classically trained at Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism. The MediaCorp scholar then spent 16 years in political broadcast news, before branching out to writing for children. She also teaches media skills and provides editorial support to companies at The Media Consultants Singapore. She is followed on @hweezbooks, where she continues her lifetime love for curating stories. David Liew is a prolific artist/sculptor who has illustrated several bestselling book series. This series has especially enabled David to return to his history-educator roots. He also supports fellow authors and illustrators as the Regional Advisor to the Singapore Chapter of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators.