Technology

A provocative exploration of how humans are wired to seek short-term success at the expense of long-term survival—an evolutionary “glitch” that explains everything from toxic workplaces to climate change“Essential reading . . ...

This informative title examines how fossil fuels contribute to climate change, how future fuels could help slow the crisis, and the current challenges scientists face. This book also includes a table of contents, an infographic, informative sidebars, a...

This informative title examines how farming and food production contribute to climate change, how improving agricultural science could help slow the crisis, and the current challenges scientists face. This book also includes a table of contents, an...

This book describes the history and science behind green tech, including the new ideas and applications scientists are currently working on. Informative sidebars, a “How It Works” special feature, a table of contents, quiz questions, a...

This informative title examines how fossil fuels contribute to climate change, how solar farms could help slow the crisis, and the current challenges scientists and engineers face. This book also includes a table of contents, an infographic, informative...

This informative title examines how cities contribute to and are vulnerable to climate change, how redesigning cities to both mitigate and adapt to the crisis, and the current challenges scientists face. This book also includes a table of contents, an...

Are you concerned about the environment? That might be a potential clue to your future career! This book explores what a career in environmentalism might look like. Readers will discover how their interests can lead to a lifelong future career. Aligned...

This book examines how the production of goods and waste affects the environment, as well as ways that people can reduce, reuse, and recycle. This book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, a “That’s Amazing!” special feature,...

Humans have a complex relationship with planet Earth. Life depends on the planet's natural resources. Yet human activity has led to many environmental issues. Renewable energy is one of the leading environmental issues today. In this book, young readers...

Green architecture includes structures that use sustainable materials and energy sources. This book showcases fascinating green buildings--from houses and arenas to offices and museums--and the architects who built them. Includes table of contents,...

Our world runs on energy! But traditional fossil fuels are doing great damage to the environment, and they will eventually run out. How might solar, water, wind and geothermal power come to our rescue? Readers can discover how different the world could...

This book examines how transportation affects the environment, as well as what people are doing to make transportation more Earth-friendly. This book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, a “That’s Amazing!” special feature,...

This book examines how the energy that people use affects the environment, as well as what people are doing to make energy more Earth-friendly. This book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, a “That’s Amazing!” special feature,...

Use your reading superpowers to learn all about how we could help Earth by saving energy - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress.Save Energy, Save Earth is a beautifully designed reader all about where...

Use your reading superpowers to learn all about what you can do to protect our planet - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress.Earth Smart is a beautifully designed reader all about two children...

If you thought that it was a man's world, think again! 100 Women Who Made History is the exciting story of the women who changed the world.Get ready to meet some of history’s wonder women. From super scientists like Marie Curie and Rosalind...

Meet the Super SHEroes of History, the women who have shaped history and society since ancient times. Greta Thunberg was only fifteen years old when she started School Strike for Climate in Sweden. Today, she leads a global opposition to climate change...

This book introduces readers to the world's fastest roller coasters, highlighting record-setting roller coasters from the past, as well as the technology and innovations that helped them achieve those speeds. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are...

Learn fun facts about the popular Lego brand. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text and plenty of colorful photos make reading simple and exciting. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an...

This book introduces readers to the world's fastest roller coasters, highlighting record-setting roller coasters from the past, as well as the technology and innovations that helped them achieve those speeds. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are...

Learn fun facts about the popular Lego brand. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text and plenty of colorful photos make reading simple and exciting. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an...

People use an incredible variety of materials to make life easier. Each book in this fascinating series examines how a material was first developed, how it is produced today, and the ways that people use it. Each book also features a "That's Amazing!"...

People use an incredible variety of materials to make life easier. Each book in this fascinating series examines how a material was first developed, how it is produced today, and the ways that people use it. Each book also features a "That's Amazing!"...

From decorative refrigerator magnets to Earth itself, we are surrounded by magnetism. Have you ever wondered how magnets work and why they’re attracted to some objects? Here’s your chance to find out! Join Super Scientist Max Axiom in his...

It is easy to get to many places around the world these days—we can just fly there. In early 1900s though, it was not so simple. But the Wright brothers were up to the challenge of figuring out how people could fly. With historical images and...

On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made history on the hills of Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. With four test runs of their Wright Flyer, they became the very first pilots of a powered aircraft. Although none of their flights lasted longer than...

Wind chimes are fun to look at and listen to. Grab a few simple art supplies and follow the easy steps in this book to create your very own!

Learn about chemical reactions with this easy and fun project. Gather some simple supplies, follow the steps, and sit back and watch what happens!

A sundial is the oldest tool used to tell time. Make a simple sundial using rocks, a paper plate, and a pencil. Track how the shadow made by the sun moves throughout the day.

Get ready to watch swirling colors and dazzling designs. Grab a few simple art supplies and follow the easy steps in this book to create your very own paper spinner!

Make a colorful feathered friend! Grab a few simple art supplies and follow the easy steps and clear pictures to create your very own paper roll peacock.

With just a few supplies and easy-to-follow steps, create a marshmallow catapult. This project demonstrates how a simple machine and forces and motion send a sweet treat skyward.

Gather a few supplies and follow the simple steps to power a light with this fun science experiment!

Are you always losing track of your favorite pencil? All you need are some simple art supplies and the easy-to-follow steps in this book to craft your very own place to store pencils, pens, and more!

From the soft chirping of birds outside to the loud rumble of a roller coaster, our world is filled with sound. Have you ever wondered how sound works and why we can hear it? Here’s your chance to find out! Join Super Scientist Max Axiom in his...

From the sun shining on us during the day to fireflies twinkling at night, our world is illuminated by light. Have you ever wondered what light is, how it works, and why we can see it? Here’s your chance to find out! Join super scientist Max Axiom...

Tanks, helicopters, and fighter jets—the military has lots of amazing vehicles! How do they work, and what kinds of jobs can they do? Kids will find the answers to all their questions about military vehicles in this fun, interactive book.

Cars, buses, bicycles, and monster trucks—our highways and byways are teeming with amazing vehicles! How do they work, and how do they help us travel? Kids will find the answers to all their questions about vehicles with wheels in this fun,...

Paddle boats, tugboats, cruise ships, and submarines—our waterways are full of vehicles that float! How do they work, and where can they take us? Kids will find the answers to all their questions about water vehicles in this fun, interactive book.

Jets, helicopters, airships, and hot air balloons—an amazing variety of vehicles soar through the sky! How do they work, and where can they take us? Kids will find the answers to all their questions about vehicles that fly in this fun, interactive...