Nonfiction

Meet NASA inventor Masahiro Ono! He's here to introduce readers to the importance of asteroid exploration. Alongside Masahiro, readers will learn about how he and his team are building a probe that can hitch itself to an asteroid. They'll learn about...

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!...

What’s the difference between a typhoon, a cyclone, and a hurricane? Who believes that frog marriages can end a drought? Does lightning ever strike the same place twice? World Book’s True or False?: Weather is here with the answers to these questions and...

Whose silhouette is on the NBA logo? Who is the world's fastest person? Which horse was the first to win the Kentucky Derby? World Book's True or False?: Sports is here with the answers to these questions and more! Students are encouraged to think for...

Who was the first woman in space? Was Rosa Parks the first person to be arrested for resisting bus segregation? Who was the youngest person to win the Nobel Peace Prize? World Book's True or False?: Remarkable Women is here with the answers to these...

Did prehistoric people hunt dinosaurs? Did Stone Age people like to "rock out" to music? Do Neandertals live among us today? World Book's True or False?: Prehistoric People is here with the answers to these questions and more! Students are encouraged to...

Did Billy the Kid ever rob a bank or a train? Who was Australia's most famous bushranger? Have there been any women outlaws? World Book's True or False?: Outlaws is here with the answers to these questions and more! Students are encouraged to think for...

Is there scientific proof that ghosts exist? When is the best time to see ghosts? In which country are there stories about ghosts who haunt bathrooms? World Book's True or False?: Ghosts is here with the answers to these questions and more! Students are...

What is a person who collects neckties called? Did hippies invent bellbottoms? Which ancient city had a shopping mall? World Book's True or False?: Fashion & Clothing is here with the answers to these questions and more! Students are encouraged to...

Which city has more than 100 letters in its name? Which city has a chocolate museum? In which city is it illegal to chew gum? World Book's True or False?: Cities is here with the answers to these questions and more! Students are encouraged to think for...

What is the most famous painting of all time? Was Michelangelo an art forger? Did Vincent van Gogh really cut off his own ear? World Book's True or False?: Art is here with the answers to these questions and more! Students are encouraged to think for...

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,...