Technology

This volume describes the techniques with which astronomers and astrophysicists seek out worlds similar to our native planet throughout the vastness of the universe. Breaking down sometimes complicated concepts for beginning students of the cosmos, it...

Discover the down and dirty scientific history of astronauts pooping in space in this funny and factual picture book. Everybody poops. So, what's an astronaut to do when hurtling through space with zero gravity and zero privacy? Go boldly. This is a...

Coding is an important skill for programmers. But it's important for other people too. This title discusses the benefits of learning to code and why it's a good skill for all. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear...

As we reflect in 2016 on the 30th anniversary of the Shuttle Challenger tragedy, it is fitting that we remind ourselves why all of these brave and daring pioneers go into space. From the first unmanned spacecraft to the planned mission to Mars in 2030,...

Stop hate. Promote Kindness. Be an Upstander.ReThink the Internet. Do you have to ask someone's permission before posting their photo?How can you tell if something on the internet is true? What should you do if you see someone bullying a friend online...

Stop hate. Promote Kindness. Be an Upstander.ReThink the Internet. Do you have to ask someone's permission before posting their photo?How can you tell if something on the internet is true?What should you do if you see someone bullying a friend online (or...

Columbia, Challenger, Discovery, Atlantis, and Endeavor. Though space machines, NASA's shuttles were all named after famous ships. This low-level title fuels reading interest for the most reluctant students by presenting an assortment of fun facts about...

The Hubble Space Telescope is a lens for discovering the hidden secrets of outer space. The tool has zoomed in on unknown galaxies! This book gives young readers a close-up of the Hubble Space Telescope, showing off its mirrors, cameras, solar panels,...

Follow as a text message travels at near light speed around the world in this illuminating picture book about how our messages get from one phone to another, and connections they create between both people. Ever wonder how your text message gets from...

Drones are becoming ever more popular among consumers. Some people race their drones, while others use drones to take photos and videos of landscapes. People can bring these portable drones with them when they travel. Personal Drones explains how these...

"Offers sensible steps for foreseeing and minimizing damage to ourselves and others on social media." --Kirkus Reviews We know that pollution damages our physical environments--but what about the digital landscape? Touching on everything from goat memes...

Twelve thrilling and terrifying space-mission failures, told by the bestselling author of Apollo 13! There are so many amazing, daring, and exciting missions to outer space that have succeeded. But for every success, there are mistakes, surprises, and...

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Over the last 400 years, telescope technology has come a long way. From dying stars to burping black holes, take a look at the most exciting discoveries in deep space.

In the vastness of space, countless planets exist. Scientists are actively studying as many of them as they can. How many could support life as Earth does? And what other wonderful worlds will our technology find?

Probes can explore the depths of space in ways that would kill human beings. The information they provide can spur countless innovations here on Earth. Learn how probes work and the exciting possibilities that their discoveries may inspire.

NASA's Orion spacecraft is pushing the limits of space travel and exploration like never before. The ultimate goal is a mission to Mars! Learn about the challenges that scientists, engineers, and astronauts must overcome to make this dream a reality.

The moon is more than a giant rock orbiting Earth - it could become a gateway into deeper space! Find out how NASA and other international and commercial agencies are working together to explore and build on the moon.

Space isn't just the final frontier-it's big business! From exploration to space vacations, learn how private businesses are transforming the future of space travel and exploration.

As humans continue to make amazing discoveries in outer space, we also face a unique challenge - living in an environment that we're not meant to live in. Find out how long-term exposure to outer space affects the human body and what scientists are doing...

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...

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...

Many of today's communications travel over networks. Networks connect people all over the world through computers and mobile devices, but how does it work? Young learners will discover how an email works, how computers talk to one another, and how...

Many of today's communications travel over networks. Networks connect people all over the world through computers and mobile devices, but how does it work? Young learners will discover how an email works, how computers talk to one another, and how...

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic metabolic disorder that affects the respiratory and digestive systems. Although the mortality rate for infants and children with cystic fibrosis used to be very high, more than half of all patients with cystic fibrosis now...

Cystic fibrosis is a genetic metabolic disorder that affects the respiratory and digestive systems. Although the mortality rate for infants and children with cystic fibrosis used to be very high, more than half of all patients with cystic fibrosis now...

Futurologist Luna Lee presents possibilities for the future of space travel in the next 100 years.

Bugs in computer code can be annoying or even disastrous. This title talks about what bugs are and how programmers work to debug their programs. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features...

Variables store information that can change. This title covers why variables are important in code and how programmers can use them. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a...

Loops allow programs to repeat tasks. This title discusses different types of loops and how programmers use them to write code. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table...

Functions are sets of instructions programmers can use. This title discusses different types of functions and how they are useful for computer code. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject...

Conditionals are a part of everyday life as well as computer code. This title covers what conditionals are and how they allow programs to make decisions. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject...

Algorithms are step-by-step instructions for software. This title explains what algorithms are and how they are used in programming. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a...

Coding is an essential part of everyday technology. This title covers basic information about coding, including programming languages and how code works. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject...

An inventive tale by a beloved Hans Christian Andersen Award winner celebrates our differences--and the joys of inclusion--through the lens of artificial intelligence. From the boundless imagination of David Almond comes a thought-provoking question,...

This fun story about the highs and lows of media stardom is perfect for readers not yet ready for Charlotte's Web. A gorgeous peacock hatches an escape from the zoo in search of fame, only to realize that instant stardom can be tough and that beauty is...

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When the robot soccer crew and their battle-robot rivals both attend the same coding camp, they get news that ramps up the competition. In the third book in the Robot Makers manhwa series, La Ion has been stuck in the middle of a rivalry between his new...