HOW SHIPS STAY AFLOAT Discovering the Science Behind Floating Ships

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Authors: Mohd Awiskarni Bin Shamsudin, Siti Farhanna Binti Zainol
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Abstract

“How Ships Stay Afloat: Discovering the Science Behind Floating Ships” is a richly illustrated STEM picture book that introduces children to buoyancy, displacement, and ship design through simple experiments and real-world examples. Guided by Captain Arianna and Captain Ezra, readers explore why steel ships float, how hull shapes affect stability, and what makes modern container ships so powerful. Designed for primary-school learners and educators, the book supports ocean literacy, maritime awareness, and inquiry-based learning with clear explanations, diagrams, and age-appropriate scientific language

Fields of Study & Subjects

Science Education and Pedagogy Marine and Coastal Research Experimental and Theoretical Physics Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
4 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book