Science

Meet NASA inventor William "Red" Whittaker! He's here to introduce readers to caves on other planets. Alongside Red, readers will learn about how he and his team develop robotic missions to explore caves on the moon and Mars. They'll learn about lava...

Imagine a world where a human heart can be printed to order and tiny nanoscale machines constantly monitor our health. Where synthetic organs provide life-saving solutions for patients in need of organ transplants and robotic surgeons guided by...

Modern technology requires a seemingly endless supply of clean energy. New energy grids will have to distribute electricity sensibly and not waste energy or increase pollution. In short, the cities of the future will need smart grids and other energy...

New miniaturized Cubesats are revolutionizing the space industry and changing the way we explore and utilize space. These miniaturized satellites reduce the cost and time required to design, build, and launch satellites with a remarkable array of amazing...

Tiny computers chips keep our cars running and our smartphone apps and appliances functioning properly. But can computer chip design keep up with the increasing demands of modern technology? Learn about the next generation of computer chips and other...

Would you visit an art gallery to see a painting created by a computer? Or read a poem written by a software program? Artificial intelligence (AI) program are now capable of generating artworks that rival those produced by human artists. AI can generate...

In our modern world of plastics, metal alloys, and semiconductors, it may seem as if we have all the materials we could need. But materials scientists continue to discover new materials with stunning properties, surpassing existing materials in almost...

Are you curious about the future of virtual reality? Did you know that virtual assistants are already helping humans complete tasks? Or that virtual reality video games can immerse you in a different world? This title will introduce readers to a variety...

Are you curious about the future of military technology? Did you know that scientists are working on creating robot soldiers? Or that radar stealth helps to make planes almost invisible? This title will introduce readers to a variety of exciting new...

Are you curious about the future of space exploration and travel? Did you know that scientists are working on creating rockets that can survive multiple trips to space? Or that in the future tourists might be able to visit space? This title will...

Are you curious about the future of cities and homes? Did you know that engineers are creating technology to build mile high skyscrapers? Or that vertical farms could allow us to grow crops in the middle of cities? This title will introduce readers to a...

Are you curious about the future of transportation? Did you know that scientists are working on developing flying cars? Or that drones could help to quickly deliver packages directly to your house? This title will introduce readers to a variety of...

Are you curious about biotechnology and the future of healthcare? Did you know that stem cells might be able to restore sight to the blind? Or that biotechnology could help to extend the human lifespan? This title will introduce readers to a variety of...

Are you curious about computers and robot technology? Did you know that robot AI dogs can learn tricks and find their way home? Or that quantum computers might be used to create medicine in the future? This title will introduce readers to a variety of...

Are you curious about futuristic, new technology? Did you know that 3D printers allow us to print tools, cars, and even food? Or that solar panels can generate energy from the sun? This title will introduce readers to a variety of exciting, futuristic...

What's the strangest robot you can think of? Do you have ideas for a nonconventional robot? This book will introduce readers to some of the weirder, less traditional robots in the world of technology! They'll meet zoo robots, bionic kangaroos,...

Do robots have brains? Can they think and learn like humans? This book introduces readers to the ways that robots are able to learn and grow using their artificial intelligence. They'll learn about autonomy, AI, robot brains, topdown and bottomup...

How does a robot perceive the world around them? Do they experience senses the way that humans do? This book introduces readers to the ways that robots sense their environments and navigate through them. They'll learn about actuators, electric motors,...

How do robots travel around? Will robots of the future move faster and fly more quickly? This book introduces readers to robots on the move, as they fly, wheel, and swim their way around the world. They'll learn about flying drones, automated guided...

Do robots only take care of boring work? No! This book introduces readers to the exciting jobs of robots in space, on the battlefield, and in disaster zones. They'll learn about drones, bomb disposal, livesaving robots, firefighting robots, robot space...

Do you wonder about how robots can help us complete everyday tasks? Wouldn't it be nice to have a robot help cook dinner? This book introduces readers to the ways that robots can assist humans in the home and local community! They'll learn about...

Do you wonder about how robots can help us make our jobs easier? How can robots help us do our dirty, hardtodo jobs? This book will introduce readers to the ways that robots assist humans in completing the dull, dirty, and dangerous work that we don't...

Did you know that robots don't only have to work? They can be used for fun too! This book will introduce readers to the fun ways that robots can be used for entertainment and play. They'll learn about robot dogs, early toy robots, ancient automatons,...

Do you wonder about how robots might exist alongside people? How can robots help us live better, more fulfilling lives? This book will introduce readers to the ways that robots can assist humans and help us accomplish tasks we can't do alone. They'll...

Do you know what makes a robot different from a computer or a tool? Just what makes a robot tick? This book will introduce readers to the basics of robots and how they function. They'll learn about programming, autonomy, different types of robots,...

Is there a flower that smells like rotting flesh? Is there a plant that looks like a giant baseball? What about a plant named after a “Star Wars” character? World Book’s True or False?: Weird Plants is here with the answers to these questions and more!...

When was the first Earth Day? How do animals survive in winter? Why don't we just drink seawater? We at World Book answer all of your environmentrelated questions. Answer Me This, World Book answers questions about such topics as food, inventions, and...

When we talk to our dogs, can they understand us? Why does a cat's tongue feel prickly? Are dogs of similar breeds always friends? We at World Book answer all of your questions related to dogs and cats. Answer Me This, World Book answers questions about...

When was YouTube created? Why did medieval surgeons know so little about anatomy? Why is medicine important? We at World Book answer all of your questions related to inventions and origins. Answer Me This, World Book answers questions about such topics...

Underneath a tiger's fur, are there also stripes? What makes me ticklish? Why are electronic devices so addicting? We at World Book answer all of your questions about random stuff. Answer Me This, World Book answers questions about such topics as food,...

Does your heart stop when you sneeze? What makes spiders dangerous? What would happen if an asteroid hit Earth? We at World Book answer all of your questions related to fear and danger. Answer Me This, World Book answers questions about such topics as...

How tall is the Statue of Liberty? Which sting is worse: a bee's or a wasp's? Which are healthier, fruits or vegetables? We at World Book answer all of your questions related to records and extremes. Answer Me This, World Book answers questions about...

How do birds migrate from the north to the south? How do germs affect our bodies? What happened to the asteroid that created Crater Lake? We at World Book answer all of your questions related to how things work. Answer Me This, World Book answers...

Is the brain the largest organ in the human body? What happens to the brain when we fall asleep? Why does a song get stuck in my head? We at World Book answer all of your questions related to the brain and head. Answer Me This, World Book answers...

Who invented candy? How do tomatoes turn red? How good is lava at popping popcorn? We at World Book answer all of your questions related to food and eating. Answer Me This, World Book answers questions about such topics as inventions, sea creatures, and...

What is plankton? How do sea otters sleep? Why don't we have gills? We at World Book answer all of your questions related to sea creatures. Answer Me This, World Book answers questions about such topics as food, inventions, and the environment, too. We...

Who was Marie Curie? Who was Confucius? Did George Washington Carver invent peanut butter? We at World Book answer all of your questions about people—and things that aren’t people, like places. Answer Me This, World Book answers questions about such...

Can I eat a wolf for supper? Do emus bite? Is a blobfish made of jelly? We at World Book answer all of your wild animalrelated questions—and not only questions about animals eating stuff . . . or you eating animals. Answer Me This, World Book answers...

How long will the sun burn? How hot can the sun be? Why does the sun go away at night? We at World Book answer all of your outer spacerelated questions—and not only questions about the sun. Answer Me This, World Book answers questions about such topics...

How are rainbows formed? What do clouds feel like? Why is the sky blue? We at World Book answer all of your sciencerelated questions—and not only questions about things that happen above your head. Answer Me This, World Book answers questions about such...