Technology - Kids

Did you know that the wheel was invented in prehistoric times, in about 3500 B.C.? Now we can travel between towns and cities in super-fast trains, in fast cars, and halfway around the world in a day in airplanes. From dugout canoes from 10,000...

Do you know that 200 years ago, the only way that one person could send a message to another person was by letter or messenger? It's hard to imagine now, with our smartphones and computers at our fingertips. From the invention of the telegraph...

Within the world of Webkinz(tm) there are an amazing number of opportunities for learning! On the following pages you will find activities and resources that encourage learning while using your students' enthusiasm for their Webkinz(tm) pets! You will find the reproducibles and lessons based...

New to the series? Start here!The Bridge That Never Fell The Math Explorers Series - Book 1 (Standard paperback edition)A Thoughtful Story About Counting, Balance, and the Quiet Math That Holds the World TogetherAt a gentle bend in the stream, where the water slows...

A gross tech--short for "grossing technician"--refers to a laboratory professional who examines human specimens to diagnose and treat medical patients. This process has become integral to understanding a patient's needs, as well as to documenting medical issues in the deceased to form a better...

The Obama administration has repealed restrictions on federal funding for stem cell research, which has been characterized as both a miraculous development that could cure cancer and other diseases and as an immoral technology that threatens the very essence of what it means to...

Armor designed like fish scales. Airplanes that fly like birds. Camouflage that blends in like a chameleon. Tiny drones that look like hummingbirds! Animals and nature have inspired militaries for thousands of years. Yet, the future may hold the most promise. Using biomimicry, military...

Did you know that many things in our world were designed using engineering? Engineers design things such as cars, alarm clocks, and pencils to make our lives safer and easier. Learn more in How Engineering Affects Our Everyday Lives, a title in the What...

While video games were traditionally for entertainment only, they are now becoming a teaching tool in the classroom. They can help to develop a person's focus and concentration. Find out more in Pros and Cons of Playing Video Games, a title in the Open...

Explains the process programmers use to create a video game, including key concepts such as game mechanics and user interfaces. Easy-to-read text, informative sidebars, and helpful diagrams make this book an engaging read for avid technology fans and readers who are new to computer...

This guide helps readers learn not only how to develop a digital portfolio but also how to use the portfolio to improve their communication skills with key audiences. Readers will discover how to highlight the work that best communicates their "brand" or message and...

Anyone with an internet connection has the potential to reach millions of people with a single message using Twitter. The 140-character updates and posts, called tweets, allow people to reach as many followers as they can get. Students can use Twitter to their advantage,...

Technology is guiding force in all civilizations. Readers discover the role technology played in ancient Aztec life through text designed to reflect essential social studies curriculum topics. Accessible text introduces readers to the technology used by ancient Aztecs, helping them make their own comparisons...

The ancient Chinese were an innovative and creative people who developed some of the inventions we still use today. From fireworks to folding umbrellas, this thought-provoking volume highlights some of the most fascinating technological developments of the time. Readers will be riveted by the...

This resource provides information for tech-savvy readers about the ins-and-outs of customer service and technical support, including education requirements, job duties and skills, and how to get started in these fields. This practical guide reveals the best educational and experiential paths to a career...

Throughout history, people have devised ever more advanced and powerful weapons in order to dominate in warfare. Science and technology have played crucial roles in weapons development, particularly in the modern era. Readers get a detailed look at modern artillery and missile technology, profiling...

Learn about the key concepts used in space technology, and explore them by coding your own simulations of how rockets and spaceships move. Seven step-by-step projects use the latest version of Scratch, the free online coding program, to help you learn about gravity, create...

This title looks at different careers within the ICT sector, including electronic and hardware engineering; support technicians; and programming software and multimedia, including games developing. It also explores telecommunications and broadcast engineering, web designing, and looks at planning and maintaining systems and networks. In...

Changed by billions of years and shaped by human hands, the stones that make up our homes, roadways, buildings, and bridges are a part of our story. Earth's story. From ancient cairns to castles, from the Great Wall of China to Maya cities, the...

How much of an impact does "cause and effect" have in engineering and industry? Well, a lot! Machines are made up of many moving parts, from different mechanics and gears to the people operating them near and far. There's a lot of things happening...

It may be a parent's dream, but imagine life without the Internet or World Wide Web. Would airlines be able to fly? Would our nation's security be at risk? What can be done to safeguard the Internet?Author: Joann Early MackenISBN-10: 1634400534ISBN-13: 9781634400534Publisher: Red Chair...

A look at the origins, leaders, growth, and innovations of AT&T, the telecommunications company that was founded in 1877 and today provides services to hundreds of millions of subscribers worldwide.Author: Laura K. MurrayISBN-10: 1628321571ISBN-13: 9781628321579Publisher: Creative PaperbacksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/12/2016Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 10.90h x...

Learn all about the cars of the future! Exciting photos and informative text introduce readers to self-driving cars. Read about car parts, advances in technology, the future of self-driving cars, and more.Author: Jon M. FishmanISBN-10: 1541527577ISBN-13: 9781541527577Publisher: Lerner ClassroomLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2018Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize:...

Why was the computer full of bugs? They were looking for a byte to eat! Today's kids are more tech-literate than ever before. This book is a smart, funny look into the world of technology, from smartphones to tablets. Readers are sure to enjoy...

Identity theft is sometimes considered a victimless crime, but readers will discover the truth about this damaging kind of crime as they learn about its history and the ways identity thieves work today. Essential facts about the methods identity thieves use including stealing mail...

Technology has made life easier for people around the world, but is that necessarily a good thing? Some people believe technology has made people lazier, but others believe it actually makes people more productive. Readers deepen their understanding of this debate through detailed main...

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...

In recent years, the number of teens with smartphones has exploded. While this greater access to mobile technology has its advantages, it also holds potential dangers. Smartphones pose a surprising number of threats to teen health and safety, including distracted driving and walking, sexting...

After receiving an electric shock, the Code Academy kids' robot classmate, Ro-Bud, has forgotten all of her programming. Professor Chip and the class must learn how programming and operating systems work in order to get their trusty friend back in working order. With easy-to-understand...

Discover the source code behind the web pages we use every day. This easy-to-understand book describes how web pages are built, how coding languages work together, what content management systems are, and how Internet links work. Young readers are shown how to plan and...

Traces the history to the latest breakthroughs of communications, focusing on the key individuals who revolutionized the technology. Features color illustrations, diagrams, photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and a simple hands-on activity.Author: John PerritanoISBN-10: 0761443738ISBN-13: 9780761443735Publisher: Cavendish Square PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/30/2010Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight:...

For decades, computer and technology companies have been the largest and most successful players in a global market. This volume examines the rise of the tech giants, and their effects worldwide. Readers will evaluate a sequence of essays in pro versus con format, that...

Supporting key learning concepts and critical thinking, this book explores top topics related to the future of wind energy. It examines the impact wind farms have on the environment, the effects of carbon emissions, and government funding and investments in regard to wind energy.Author:...

This collection of personal accounts and essays explores issues related to electronic devices in schools. Readers will evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using cell phones, iPods, laptops, and tablets in the classroom. Are programs in which students bring laptops from home for use...

Although it is a still a relatively new addition to the scientific community--having only existed since the 1980s--nanotechnology is the science behind microscopic inventions, such as electronics, food, or medicine. The technology harkens back to the movement of atoms and arrangement of them into...

Will machines take over the world one day? Will they have human emotions? Will they be our friends or foes? Will they make our lives easier or will they wipe out the human labor force? Readers will come to their own conclusions after reading...

Blogging in the Global Citizens: Social Media series explores various aspects of blogging through the lenses of History, Geography, Civics, and Economics. Using the new C3 Framework for Social Studies Standards, students will develop questions about the text, and use evidence from a variety...

Music has been a powerful tool for self-expression for thousands of years. And while modern instruments are often very expensive, the truth is that anyone can make their own! With the information, projects, and resources found within these pages, young musicians will quickly be...

Unlock Your Creative Superpowers to Solve Real-World Problems. If you look around your neighborhood, you might notice signals: a classmate without a computer or a local landmark with a forgotten history. To a STEM innovator, these aren't just small moments-they are clues about what...

The incredible true story of engineer and social activist Sanjit "Bunker" Roy who taught the concepts of solar engineering to grandmothers in a remote village in India.The radiant sun shines gloriously upon the desert village Tilonia in India, but as night falls, the village...

Robotics for Kids 8-12 is a fun, confidence-building introduction to robotics designed especially for curious young minds. Through simple explanations, hands-on activities, and creative challenges, kids learn how robots think, move, sense, and make decisions without pressure or prior experience.This beginner-friendly guide helps children...

The future of space technology is here! Dive into the fascinating world of AI and discover how it's revolutionizing our exploration of the cosmos in this middle school STEM book. From autonomous spacecraft and AI-driven rovers to advanced satellite systems, striving readers will gain...

The intensive preoccupation with the subject of genetic engineering in crop production revealed strange excesses of this technology. It's about global trade in agricultural goods, trial periods in the open air, licensing procedures with unbelievable processes, political decisions and their excesses, as well as...

Animals have played an important role in warfare throughout history. Military forces have long relied on animals' natural abilities to achieve their missions. From medieval warriors charging into combat on horseback to dolphins locating explosive mines at sea, take a look at the many...

Armor designed like fish scales. Airplanes that fly like birds. Camouflage that blends in like a chameleon. Tiny drones that look like hummingbirds! Animals and nature have inspired militaries for thousands of years. Yet, the future may hold the most promise. Using biomimicry, military...

In the wild, animals use teeth, claws, and other natural weapons to attack their prey. On the battlefield, soldiers need weapons to fight the enemy. Military forces have often looked to nature for inspiration to develop effective weapons and combat tactics. From the first...

Ripped from Today's Headlines, Here Are Six Important Titles Focusing on the Future of Medical Technology This series of books highlights current and future trends in advancing medical technology, from the use of new materials for artificial organs to the genetic engineering of disease-free...

How do science, and decisions that scientists make, affect us? What are the universal problems facing modern science? How are these issues dealt with in different societies? This series explores our role in monitoring, developing, and controlling scientific advances in a wide range of...

Hundreds of years ago, the ancient Incas created a wonder unlike any other on Earth--Machu Picchu. This engineering marvel was perfectly designed to fit into the rocky landscape of the Andes Mountains in Peru, and includes sacred temples, plazas, terraces, and homes. This book...

Before the Golden Gate Bridge was built, it was hard to imagine such a feat of engineering. This bridge would have to span a great distance over water, withstand earthquakes and high winds, and be built to last. Fortunately, poet and engineer Joseph Baermann...