STEM & STEAM

In science fiction, energy blades are weapons or tools that look like glowing swords. How could one of these powerful devices work? Scientists have some ideas, which include using plasma. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to...

In science fiction, flying cars let people soar over traffic jams and get to where they're going quickly. How could a vehicle that both flies and drives be created? Scientists' ideas for this involve futuristic materials and technology from drones...

In science fiction, hoverboard users glide above sidewalks on machines that look like skateboards with no wheels. How could one of these floating boards be created? Scientists have some ideas, which include using powerful magnets. Discover the science...

In science fiction, invisibility cloaks let their users vanish from sight and sneak around unnoticed. How could one of these stealthy pieces of clothing work? Scientists have some ideas, which involve bending light. Discover the science and technology...

Lacrosse is quickly becoming one of the most popular sports played by young men and women in North America. In order to fully understand this exciting sport and play it safely and successfully, it helps to have a strong understanding of the science...

Imagine having 5,000 of human history's most amazing artefacts at your fingertips! Go on a trip through the famous Metropolitan Museum of Art without ever leaving your home! Prepare to explore the treasures of the world's civilizations--from ancient...

Hip, funny, unique--and a perfect curriculum tie-in--here's a picture book with mega kid-appeal about the challenges a student faces when she is given an assignment to make a chart of her own home! Uma's been making charts since she was a little kid. But...

In this series of fun and involving hands-on earth science experiments, students will learn how atoms and molecules arrange themselves in minerals, how global warming could raise sea levels, and even how rocks melt. They will also create their own...

Soap scum, brown bananas, clumping milk, and swollen gummi bears are a few of the crazy, kooky, and quirky components of these chemistry experiments from renowned educator Janice VanCleave. Readers will be fascinated by all the principles of chemistry...

How do flies eat? How do crickets make sound? Why are penguins' wings so good for swimming? In this diverse collection of twenty-four crazy, kooky, and quirky biology experiments, young scientists will learn the answers to these questions. They will...

Young scientists will learn the power of physics when they make their own lemon batteries, demonstrate centrifugal force, and exhibit how sound energy travels. They will identify magnetic poles, learn what the best conductor for heat is, and even...

A brand new edition of the best-selling LEGO(R) book of all time - with hundreds of all-new models! Unlock your imagination with this colourful treasury of more than 200 new building ideas created by LEGO(R) fan builders. Learn tips and tricks to become...

Do you love watching race cars? Then maybe you can get a job making them go faster. There are more jobs for gearheads than you probably ever realized. From classic car restorer to motorcycle designer, readers will learn about various STEM and STEAM for...

Now a Netflix film starring and directed by Chiwetel Ejiofor, this is a gripping memoir of survival and perseverance about the heroic young inventor who brought electricity to his Malawian village. When a terrible drought struck William Kamkwamba's tiny...

Adelaide and Bear have tackled reading together, and now they are tackling math. Adelaide stands up for her best friend and his many talents, but will she convince her teacher to let Bear be her math buddy?

Knowledge of measurement can be taken for granted. However, it is critical for many aspects of everyday life, from telling time to knowing if a substance's temperature is dangerously hot or cold. This title offers accessible explanatory text that breaks...

Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as an electrician. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, potential hazards, and daily job tasks related to this career. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia...

On Sunday, Mr. Jenkins welcomes one pig into his pool (as a guest of his neighbor Ms. Peal, who's brought along her famous seven layer dip as well). Really, how much trouble could one little pig be? But one pig becomes two and two become four... And by...

There are so many ways humans think of time every day! There's lunchtime, snack time, bedtime, and we talk about saving time, killing time, keeping time, buying time and racing against time. Our early ancestors measured time by observing the sun and...

Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as an air traffic controller. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, potential hazards, and daily job tasks related to this career. Sidebars include thought-provoking...

This wide-ranging series now contains twenty-eight books: four titles in each of six strands addressing technology, earth science, space, government, American history and the human body. Compelling and up-to-date, each title in this open-ended series...

This book introduces readers to the developing technology of smartphones, including a wide range of familiar examples and a look at the technology's future. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a...

In the wild, animals use teeth, claws, and other natural weapons to attack their prey. On the battlefield, soldiers need weapons to fight the enemy. Military forces have often looked to nature for inspiration to develop effective weapons and combat...

The world can be a dangerous place. Over time, animals evolved many natural defenses to help them survive. Combat during wartime is extremely dangerous. Why not look to nature to find the best defenses for soldiers on the battlefield? Military forces...

We're spilling the tea on the latest trends. Curious about the lives of influencers? Want to know more about 5G technology or artificial intelligence? Read more to be in the know. This high-interest series is written at a low readability to aid...

Anyone who has been paying attention to the news today knows Earth is in trouble. Pollution, species extinction, and global warming threaten the places, animals, and even people we love. Earth needs more people focused on creative solutions to turn the...

Refine your math skills and be well on your way to becoming a numbers whizz!Learn about the intriguing and wonderful world of mathematics, how your brain works to interpret numbers and shapes, and how to improve your math skills in this informative math...

This title gives readers a close-up look at how roads are built. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, infographics, and a "That's Amazing!" special feature, this book provides an engaging overview of the building process.

This title gives readers a close-up look at how houses are built. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, infographics, and a "That's Amazing!" special feature, this book provides an engaging overview of the building process.

This title gives readers a close-up look at how bridges are built. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, infographics, and a "That's Amazing!" special feature, this book provides an engaging overview of the building process.

This book introduces readers to the developing technology of drones, including a look at the technology's future. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun...

This title invites readers to discover what is fun about building. Simple text, straightforward photos, and a photo glossary make this title the perfect primer on building.

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.

Explores the fascinating world of smart technology. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and a "How It Works" feature, the book provides an inspiring look at this exciting technology.

Explores the fascinating world of robots. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and a "How It Works" feature, the book provides an inspiring look at this exciting technology.

Explores the fascinating world of online gaming. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and a "How It Works" feature, the book provides an inspiring look at this exciting technology.

Explores the fascinating world of drones. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and a "How It Works" feature, the book provides an inspiring look at this exciting technology.

Explores the fascinating world of coding. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and a "How It Works" feature, the book provides an inspiring look at this exciting technology.

Explores the fascinating world of apps. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, and a "How It Works" feature, the book provides an inspiring look at this exciting technology.