Technology - Kids

Brass instruments stand out in a crowd with their brilliant appearance. The trumpet, cornet, trombone, mellophone, tuba, and sousaphone are all important instruments in a marching band. Get ready to read about what makes each of these instruments unique. Also includes a page for...

From radios to the internet, remote controls to virtual reality, technology has changed everything. Learn how entertainment and information technology makes our lives easier with detailed graphics and the science behind how it all works. Included backmatter comprehension questions ensure a well-rounded understanding of...

Plastic is found in many everyday items, and many people drink their water from plastic bottles. But plastic is very harmful to the environment. Readers learn the importance of recycling plastic to ensure it can be reused. They explore what happens in a recycling...

Have you ever noticed that magnets only stick to your refrigerator because of their metal backing? That's called magnetism! In this volume, readers learn how magnetism works, from a magnet's north and south poles to the invisible magnetic fields around different objects. They also...

Steel cans have a recycling journey that is unique from other kinds of cans--they even need to be recycled separately from other waste. Readers learn about the necessary steps to recycle steel cans at recycling plants, such as crushing the metal down, shredding and...

Old receipts, newspapers, and cardboard boxes often find themselves in bins after people are done using them. But what happens next? Readers learn about the new lives paper and cardboard have after they're recycled, as they are taught what pulp is, how paper is...

You may use a glass jar to drink your beverages from or even to hold flowers, but what happens after you recycle the jar? Readers journey alongside a glass jar in the recycling plant, as they learn about processes such as sorting and machines...

Welcome to an exciting learning journey through the fascinating world of civil engineering!'COLOR AND LEARN ABOUT CIVIL ENGINEERING' is a book specially designed for curious children who want to explore how bridges, buildings, foundations, slopes, and many other structures that shape our environment are...

Do robots have emotions? What would happen if you jumped into a black hole? Can plants ... hear things? Find the answers to these and even more far-flung questions in this quirky, super-stuffed curiosity quencher. Some questions have simple answers. And other questions? Well,...

Gravity plays a critical role for all life on Earth--without it, everything would float away! Readers will learn key ideas about gravity with this engaging title. The explanatory text carefully crafted for second to third-grade readers covers science curricular concepts including gravitational pull, Newton's...

Friction makes many everyday activities possible, from allowing brakes to stop a speeding car to allowing a professional baseball player to grip a bat. Readers will learn all about the science-curricula-aligned aspects of friction with this engaging text. These include the differences between static...

Receiving a critical organ can save your life, but sometimes these organs are harvested from living people, who might be donating them for financial reasons. Does this kind of practice constitute exploitation of the economically disadvantaged? Does the system of selling and using body...

Embark on a fantastic STEM adventure as you travel back in time to help a pioneer family on the wild frontier. Each STEM challenge in this book will help them survive their journey. Start by reading the exciting storyline to find out what dangers...

Author: Robin PridyISBN-10: 1684645166ISBN-13: 9781684645169Publisher: Kane/Miller Book PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/01/2024Pages: 48Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.35lbsSize: 11.60h x 9.90w x 0.50d

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool that's becoming more necessary in our everyday lives. We can run from it, or we can embrace and use it to shape our future. AI has positive potential, and this author introduces the topic for kids and...

What takes us over rivers and above highways? BRIDGES! Discover why and how they are built and learn about some of the world's beautiful bridges in this book. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.Author: Tracy Vonder BrinkISBN-10: 1039809510ISBN-13: 9781039809512Publisher: Crabtree CrownLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/27/2023Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.60lbsSize:...

Acts of terror cause devastation, which is why crime agencies use everything at their disposal to stop them. This fascinating book explains how the most brilliant scientific minds are employed in counterterrorism, and how state-of-the art technology is their weapon of choice when battling...

Zoom along as Max Axiom rides his way through a lesson in speed, acceleration, inertia, friction, and gravity Young readers will discover the complex forces that keep the world running. The graphic-novel format will keep kids engaged.Author: Emily SohnISBN-10: 1515746380ISBN-13: 9781515746386Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

The moon has been a source of fascination to cultures throughout history. Thousands of years ago, people made up myths to explain what the moon was and why it changed over the course of a month. Thanks to scientific advancements over the centuries, we...

The moon has been a source of fascination to cultures throughout history. Thousands of years ago, people made up myths to explain what the moon was and why it changed over the course of a month. Thanks to scientific advancements over the centuries, we...

Solar and lunar eclipses have been a source of fascination since ancient times. Early cultures created myths to explain what was happening, ranging from animals eating the celestial bodies to the sun leaving the sky in anger. Today, thanks to advancements in science, we...

Solar and lunar eclipses have been a source of fascination since ancient times. Early cultures created myths to explain what was happening, ranging from animals eating the celestial bodies to the sun leaving the sky in anger. Today, thanks to advancements in science, we...

Mars has been visible in the night sky for thousands of years, but it is only recently that humans have begun to learn what the planet is really like. Early astronomers, believing they could see man-made canals through their telescopes, suggested that Mars was...

Mars has been visible in the night sky for thousands of years, but it is only recently that humans have begun to learn what the planet is really like. Early astronomers, believing they could see man-made canals through their telescopes, suggested that Mars was...

Trains are an exciting topic for readers of all ages, but especially for early learners. They enjoy discovering how trains work, what the different kinds of trains are, and how quickly they can move people and goods from place to place. Those are just...

Trains are an exciting topic for readers of all ages, but especially for early learners. They enjoy discovering how trains work, what the different kinds of trains are, and how quickly they can move people and goods from place to place. Those are just...

The road is often filled with many different kinds of cars, trucks, buses, and more. Readers learn the names of these vehicles and fun facts about them with the help of clear, concise main text and other exciting elements, like speech bubbles and sound...

The road is often filled with many different kinds of cars, trucks, buses, and more. Readers learn the names of these vehicles and fun facts about them with the help of clear, concise main text and other exciting elements, like speech bubbles and sound...

Readers go up, up, and away with a variety of airborne vehicles in this fun guide to going places through the air. Short blocks of achievable text introduce readers to airplanes, helicopters, and even hot air balloons. As young readers explore fun facts about...

Readers go up, up, and away with a variety of airborne vehicles in this fun guide to going places through the air. Short blocks of achievable text introduce readers to airplanes, helicopters, and even hot air balloons. As young readers explore fun facts about...

Submarines are underwater ships used by militaries around the world. This mega machine can be over 550 feet long and can carry up to 160 crew members on board. The fastest submarine, the Soviet submarine K-222, can reach speeds of over 50 mph! Young...

Submarines are underwater ships used by militaries around the world. This mega machine can be over 550 feet long and can carry up to 160 crew members on board. The fastest submarine, the Soviet submarine K-222, can reach speeds of over 50 mph! Young...

Jumbo jets are huge planes designed to carry massive cargo or hundreds of people. The largest passenger plane in the world can even carry over 800 people onboard at one time! Some jumbo jets are so big, airports had to be redesigned to fit...

Jumbo jets are huge planes designed to carry massive cargo or hundreds of people. The largest passenger plane in the world can even carry over 800 people onboard at one time! Some jumbo jets are so big, airports had to be redesigned to fit...

Longer than a football field and with enough space to house 5,000 soldiers at one time, aircraft carriers are amazing mega machines! Complete with a long runway where jets can take off and land, aircraft carriers can store 70 jets on board at one...

Longer than a football field and with enough space to house 5,000 soldiers at one time, aircraft carriers are amazing mega machines! Complete with a long runway where jets can take off and land, aircraft carriers can store 70 jets on board at one...

An introduction to the important job of mail carriers. Through fun illustrations and easy-to-read text, this nonfiction picture book describes what a mail carrier is, how their mail truck works, and how the mail must get delivered no matter what the situation. This read-aloud...

This newest addition to Prestel's acclaimed series, which introduces children to important works of art and architecture, takes young readers around the world to investigate how tall buildings are constructed and what makes them so appealing. There's something irresistible about a skyscraper. It can...

Ahoy, mateys Get on board Boats and the need for them have been around for thousands of years. Reed boats might have been the first boat ever to be built. The Vikings built wooden ships that were strong and ornate. And now boats like...

Explores the fascinating world of social networking. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and a "How It Works" feature, the book provides an inspiring look at this exciting technology.Author: Patti RichardsISBN-10: 1635170729ISBN-13: 9781635170726Publisher: Focus ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2017Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 8.70h x 6.70w...

Do robots have emotions? What would happen if you jumped into a black hole? Can plants ... hear things? Find the answers to these and even more far-flung questions in this quirky, super-stuffed curiosity quencher. Some questions have simple answers. And other questions? Well,...

Gravity plays a critical role for all life on Earth--without it, everything would float away! Readers will learn key ideas about gravity with this engaging title. The explanatory text carefully crafted for second to third-grade readers covers science curricular concepts including gravitational pull, Newton's...

Could humans really control the weather? Or does that only exist in comics? This book walks readers through the history of weather control in comics, explores everyday technologies that mimic weather control, and highlights future technologies that could make weather control a reality. Engaging...

Alice is one of several programming environments that use prewritten code to help get beginners started with coding. This animated overview discusses Alice's history and development, why it was created, and how it has made programming fun and easy for novice coders. Readers will...

Engage your Grade 1 child in fun hands-on projects that develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Topics within each STEM challenge target earth, life, and physical science. Each unit covers a specific scientific concept and includes: Science Story: Introduces each science concept Practice Activities:...

Choo choo The train is here A freight train carries coal. A commuter train carries many workers. Through delightfully simple text and bright, close-up photos, beginning readers will learn about train parts, types, and uses. All Little Pebble books have an Accelerated Reader ATOS...

Something creepy is going on at Funland, and Scooby-Doo is on the case. The gang uses their knowledge of forces and motion to investigate why the rides are running by themselves, and why a wacky robot is out to get them Scooby and friends...

Simple text and bright photographs explain the concept of magnetism for beginning readers. The book concludes with a simple, kid-friendly activity.Author: Abbie DunneISBN-10: 1515709388ISBN-13: 9781515709381Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2016Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 9.10h x 11.10w x 0.40dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 2.5Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower...

Learn what it takes to become a member of the U.S. military's special operations forcesAuthor: Josh GregoryISBN-10: 1610804465ISBN-13: 9781610804462Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2012Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 9.50h x 7.50w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 7.1Point Value: 1Interest Level: Middle GradeQuiz #/Name: 153486 /...

Learn to chop, mix, and stir your way to kitchen magic and find out how to make perfect pasta, wonderful wraps, and so much more! Cooking Step by Step is packed with more than 50 mouth-watering recipes that are fun, easy to make, and...