Technology - Kids

Fireworks! Explosives! Hazardous materials! These are the tools of a pyrotechnician's trade! Readers will be absorbed by this high-interest, low reading level book about what it takes to be a pyrotechnician. They'll discover what education and training is required to work in this fascinating...

When a crime is committed, who investigates? Detectives do! Detectives are a critical part of the criminal justice system. They are tasked with analyzing crime scenes and evidence, conducting interviews, ascertaining motives, and much more. In this high-interest, low reading level book, readers will...

Without clean air, human beings wouldn't be able to live on Earth. That's why it's so important to protect the environment by ensuring that air pollution is reduced! As readers learn throughout this volume, air pollution can be caused by both natural and manmade...

Are you ready to come aboard and learn all about trains? Toot toot!From trains that climb up mountains, through tunnels, across bridges and deep underground - take an exhilarating ride through the world of trains. Discover singing tracks, speedy bullet trains, powerful tunnel borers,...

Find out how you can create and use potions to provide a varity of useful effects in the world of Minecraft.Author: James ZeigerISBN-10: 1634705238ISBN-13: 9781634705233Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2016Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 9.60h x 7.50w x 0.40dReview Citation(s): School Library Journal 04/01/2016...

Boot Up! Science Comics: Computers is a new volume in First Second's middle grade nonfiction STEM series!The whole world now runs on computers. They're everywhere, from your pocket phone to your microwave oven. But, what exactly is a computer? How could you possibly build...

Boot Up! Science Comics: Computers is a new volume in First Second's middle grade nonfiction STEM series!The whole world now runs on computers. They're everywhere, from your pocket phone to your microwave oven. But, what exactly is a computer? How could you possibly build...

Everybody thinks that they cannot be fooled: they're immune to advertising, propaganda, fake news, and the perils of social media. Everybody is mistaken. Cracking the Media Literacy Code gives students the tools they need to separate fact from fiction, and manipulation from information.Author: Emma...

Look up in the sky See the helicopter? News helicopters carry cameras. Fire helicopters carry water. Whoosh They drop the water on a big fire. Through delightfully simple text and bright, close-up photos, beginning readers will learn about helicopter parts, types, and uses. All...

Award-winning author-illustrator Lynn Curlee's "wonderful picture book" (School Library Journal) offers a compelling visual history of the "Eighth Wonder of the World," the Brooklyn Bridge--now with a new look! "It so happens that the work which is likely to be our most durable monument,...

Author: Wayland PublishersISBN-10: 1526315114ISBN-13: 9781526315113Publisher: WaylandLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/23/2021Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 10.47h x 8.35w x 0.32d

Want to see a teen freak out? Take their phone away. Phones seem to be as important as oxygen, but sometimes those little portals to the online world interfere with real life. This fun and informative guide will help painlessly wean teens off constant...

Explores how artificial intelligence is affecting how people work. This book describes the new jobs that artificial intelligence is creating and how artificial intelligence is affecting familiar jobs. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table of...

ive into the invisible world of quantum physics with "Physics Quantum Book for Kids"! This engaging and vibrantly illustrated book transforms complex concepts into an exciting and easy-to-understand journey through the universe's smallest building blocks.Why Quantum Physics Matters for Kids: Explores the Unseen: Discover...

Can you draw robots? You can if you start with simple shapes Circles and squares become a battle bot. Triangles and rectangles make a robotic firefighter. What kind of robot can you draw with shapes? Colorful, step-by-step illustrations show readers how to draw robots...

Food and water give us energy to live, grow and work. Gas gives cars energy to move and electricity makes a light bulb glow. Using Energy looks at the different kinds of energy that people, machines and nature use.Author: Sally HewittISBN-10: 0778741036ISBN-13: 9780778741039Publisher: Crabtree...

Early readers will be introduced to trains through simple text and vibrant images to aid comprehension. Learn all about different ways to get around. Features include audio, educational front/back matter, full-color photographs, glossary of key words, index, note to parents and educators, sight words,...

Unlock the wonders of physics in a fun and easy way with Physics Basics for Kids! This interactive book introduces young learners to the exciting world of science through simple, engaging experiments and colorful illustrations. Designed for kids aged 8-12, this book provides a...

With more than 250 million players around the world, Fortnite is one of the most popular video games in history. In this book, readers will learn how this amazing game was created and find out how its developers are continuing to make changes and...

It is more and more apparent that it is hard to tell the difference between real and fake news. If teachers flunk tests about it, how can they teach their students to understand what's what? Fake and real news items are thrown at us...

Explores the subfield of artificial intelligence known as machine learning. This book describes how machine learning works, how it is changing the world today, and how it might change the world in the future. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension....

Dive into the remarkable journey of The Amazing Ella, the first female optometrist in the United States! From humble beginnings in Iowa to breaking barriers in a male-dominated profession, Ella Gertrude Stanton's inspiring story showcases resilience, courage, and innovation. This engaging book brings history...

Explores the dangers of artificial intelligence. This book gives concrete examples of how artificial intelligence can cause harm. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, a phonetic glossary, fast facts, critical-thinking questions, an...

Explores how artificial intelligence is affecting everyday life. This book gives concrete examples of how people might interact with artificial intelligence in their day-to-day lives. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, a...

Explores generative artificial intelligence. This book describes what generative artificial intelligence is and how it is used. The book also discusses the benefits and drawbacks of generative artificial intelligence. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table...

Explores the subfield of artificial intelligence known as neural networks. This book describes how neural networks work, how they are changing the world today, and how they might change the world in the future. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension....

Do you know why matter matters? Discover how the universe works with Basher Science: Physics, a book that's like no other! Uncover the amazing science of physics that's full of crazy concepts, which are brought to life as wacky characters in this unique book....

The F-15's primary mission is air supremacy. A head-up display in the cockpit keeps the pilot attuned to all airspace action, and high maneuverability allows for tight turns at high speeds. Explore all the features that help the F-15 Eagle dominate the skies in...

This hi/lo series will motivate reluctant readers with its amazing facts about the world's hugest structures. Each book takes readers behind the scenes of some of the tallest, longest, and biggest structures in the world and explains why they were built, who designed them,...

Embark on the journey towards understanding blockchain alongside your child. This is a kids' book about blockchain. It aims to foster curiosity and spark discussion about this evolving technology and how it fits into the exciting digital landscape of the modern world. This book...

Teach kids to build a healthy relationship with the technology in their lives! This is a kids' book about technology. Did you know that we're all cyborgs? It's true! We use technology every day in all aspects of our lives - but that's not...

Technology is constantly changing. How do we learn what works and push innovations in technology? From powering the world to creating electric cars, sometimes you just have to ask why? Lively text paired with photos and fun illustrations make it easy to stay curious...

Explores artificial intelligence in general. This book explains how artificial intelligence works and discusses the different types of artificial intelligence. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, a phonetic glossary, fast facts, critical-thinking...

Explores the benefits of artificial intelligence. This book uses concrete examples of how artificial intelligence has helped people. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, a phonetic glossary, fast facts, critical-thinking questions, an...

Take your time exploring the slowest things ever! With captivating photography and fascinating facts, this book invites curious kids on an amusing adventure to explore the slowest wonders that our world has to offer! Discover the slowest plane ever that could be overtaken by...

Explore the fastest things ever! With captivating photography and fascinating facts, The Fastest Wonders in the World invites curious kids on an exciting adventure to explore the fastest wonders that our world has to offer--blink and you might miss them! Discover the world's fastest...

Embark on a journey through astonishing lengths to discover our planet's longest things! With captivating photography and fascinating facts, this book invites curious kids on an exciting adventure to explore the longest wonders that our world has to offer! Discover the world's longest snake,...

Embark on a journey to explore the biggest things ever! Discover the burger so huge it took three people to carry it, the giant aircraft that can piggyback other planes, the biggest animals on land and under the sea, and so much more! Fantastic...

Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology invented a sensor that allows doctors to understand if cancer treatments are effective. The sensor can be implanted in a patient's tumor. Discover this and many other exciting technological advancements in Medicine and Health Care, one of...

The ongoing debate over stem cell research has evolved as the science has. The Catholic Church now supports adult stem cell research, but many are still uneasy with the idea, especially when it involves extracting cells from embryos. Is further research needed to prove...

Computers can now drive cars, translate live speech, and even solve real-world problems. Some of the most cutting-edge advancements have been made thanks to artificial intelligence. But just what is this newsworthy tech? Explore more about this important topic with content tied to the...

Help the STEM Detectives solve the case of the missing noodles. Bring your skills in mapping circuits, using magnets, and making tally charts. Grab your notepad and start investigating while the clock ticks downAuthor: William AnthonyISBN-10: 0778782352ISBN-13: 9780778782353Publisher: Crabtree ClassicsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/31/2020Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight:...

Find out what it takes to make and program robots.From the ancient Greeks to the people living today, we have long been fascinated by the idea of robots. Today, things that once seemed like science fiction are becoming reality. Readers will learn how some...

Packed with anecdotes, sidebars, quotes, and illustrations, A Kids' Guide to the American Revolution brings vividly to life the birth of our nation.Introduce young readers to the stakes, challenges, setbacks, and victories involved in the single most important event in our nation's history, the...

Soccer is much more than passes, throw-ins, and bicycle kicks. It's a spectacular spectacle where soccer, science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics happen to meet.Author: Sean McCollumISBN-10: 1543530443ISBN-13: 9781543530445Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/10/2018Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.22lbsSize: 8.80h x 6.70w x 0.10dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 5.2Point...

Fender instruments are responsible for some of the world's most famous songs. Since its early days, this company has been at the cutting edge of music. This engaging title for young readers uses detailed text and photos to help readers discover the history of...

- Ilustraciones claras y fascinantes - y totalmente nuevas, creadas especialmente para este proyecto.- Expone miles de fenómenos y procesos científicos, tecnológicos y naturales: ideal para el aprendizaje STEM.- Información contextualizada y revisada por expertos que explica conceptos clave de un modo claro y...

More and more frequently, there are stories of people being tricked by fake videos of politicians and celebrities doing things that never really happened. Deepfake technology can create faked pictures, sounds, and even videos that look very real. Explore more about this important topic...

The Toyota GR Supra is one of only a few sports cars made by Toyota. It's one of the fastest too, rocketing from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 3.9 seconds! In this hi/lo title, leveled text highlights what drives the car's...

In Italian, countach can mean "my goodness" or "wow"! The Lamborghini Countach's distinctive design lives up to its name. This hi/lo title introduces readers to the history of the Lamborghini company and this enduring car model. Special features and colorful photos help reluctant readers...