STEM & STEAM

Computer science is all around us, at school, at home, and in the community. This book gives readers the essential tools they need to understand different careers in computers. Brilliant color photographs and accessible text will engage readers and allow...

Computer science is all around us, at school, at home, and in the community. This book gives readers the essential tools they need to understand the computer science concept of parallelization. Brilliant color photographs and accessible text will engage...

There are millions of living things on Earth, but did you know some of them are practically invisible because they're so tiny? Microorganisms are living things that only have one cell--like bacteria, archaea, and yeast. Readers will learn about the...

Washing your hands with soap and warm water is very important, but do you know why? It stops germs from spreading and growing! Germs are tiny living things that can cause diseases, and there are a few key kinds: bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and...

Genes are instructions that make cells work--like a code--and DNA is what genes are made of. All living things have genes and DNA, so they are an undeniably crucial part of life, evolution, and of a student's learning endeavors. The book's colorful...

We are constantly surrounded by tiny little bits of stuff. This is called matter! Matter is comprised of small units called atoms, and when atoms join with other atoms, they form molecules. Atoms and molecules are the focus of this fascinating book, in...

Most readers are familiar with small lizards they see at the zoo and the fluffy pet mammals they may keep, from dogs to bunnies. But in prehistoric times, some reptiles and mammals were enormous, terrifying creatures! In this volume, readers can discover...

Imagine a sea scorpion weighing more than 800 pounds and over 8 feet in length. It's terrifying--but also really cool! What happened to such a creature? And what arthropods descended from it? In this detailed book, readers investigate the prehistoric...

Despite innumerable obstacles, women have been making crucial discoveries and contributions to science throughout history. This illuminating book shines a light on women physicists and engineers, their accomplishments and the hurdles they overcame. Mini...

The field of medicine is crucial to the advancement of society, but many groundbreaking achievements have been left out of the history books. This insightful book illuminates the lives and accomplishments of women in the fields of medicine and health,...

The phenomenal work of archeologist Mary Anning led to crucial discoveries and theories, such as Darwin's groundbreaking theory of evolution, yet her story is often overshadowed by men scientists whose work she inspired. This enlightening book explores...

Marie Curie is one of the most famous chemists in history for her groundbreaking discoveries in radioactivity, but many people don't know that her daughter, Irène Joliot-Curie, also pioneered the field of chemistry and received the Nobel Prize in 1935...

Exploring and studying space are among humanity's greatest accomplishments, but history books have too often neglected the incredible work of women astronomers and scientists. This informative book illuminates the lives and achievements of astronomical...

This title introduces fans to the use of technology in Esports. The title features informative sidebars, full-color photos and infographics, a glossary, and an index. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.

The creation of the Internet has brought the world together and made possible a vast array of new technologies and services. The Internet Connects Us All examines the history of the Internet from multiple perspectives, including those of computer...

From Earth orbit to the surface of Mars to the edge of the solar system, robots are helping push the boundaries of space travel. Space Robots introduces readers to examples of these robots, the challenges faced by their designers, and the advances that...

After disasters, robots can help save lives. They search for survivors from their air, climb through piles of rubble, and help human rescue workers stay safe. Search-and-Rescue Robots introduces readers to examples of these robots, the challenges faced...

Today, robots are hard at work in hospitals around the world. Some simply help comfort patients or dispense medicine, while others are helping surgeons with complex operations. Medical Robots introduces readers to examples of these robots, the challenges...

Hobbyists and tinkerers design new robots for fun, to race with each other, and even to engage in robot battles. Hobby and Competition Robots introduces readers to examples of these robots, the challenges faced by their designers, and the advances that...

Here comes the future! The world's coolest technology comes to life with fun, hands-on experiments for kids. - Test solar power with milk jugs and balloons - Understand genome technology with food coloring - Launch your own "microsatellites" into...

Have you ever stared in wonder at huge suspension bridge or a towering sky scraper? Then structural engineering might just be the career path for you! Learn the basics from a real-life expert and get some hands-on experience. The world of electrical...

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Throughout history, scientists such as Marie Curie and Isaac Newton recorded their hypotheses and predictions, kept track of data during experiments, and protected precious samples from the field in journals. This instructive volume covers the four main...

Women were not allowed to attend academic institutions in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, but many were highly educated and contributed significantly to understanding laws of science and nature. Many are unfamiliar with the women who were...

Moving water is one of the most incredible forces on Earth. Just think of the power behind a tsunami or waterfall. Harnessing the power of water is nothing new. People have been using water wheels to power mills for thousands of years. Today,...

Knowledge of ancestral species and of the places in which humans evolved provides context for an understanding of human genetic and evolutionary relationships with other species. Knowing how early humans survived and how they used available resources...

As the study of the diverse environments and places of Earth's surface, geography seeks to answer the questions of why things are as they are, where they are. This insightful volume delves into physical geography, which is concerned with places, and...

Water is one of the more essential components needed to sustain life on Earth. All water on the planet in all its states--frozen, liquid, and gaseous--make up the hydrosphere. Readers of this captivating volume will learn that liquid water not only...

Earth's lithosphere is the rigid, outer part of the planet, including the crust and upper mantle. Readers of this informative guide will learn about the types of rock, including igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary, that make up the lithosphere--and how...

Albert Einstein has been an influential figure in the development of modern physics since his paper on the theory relativity was published in Annalen der Physik in 1905. This biography explores Einstein's younger years, his struggle to get published, his...

Bring astronomy down from the mountaintops and into the backyard with this one-stop stargazing manual from Sir Patrick Moore and Pete Lawrence, stars of the BBC's The Sky at Night. This book is an introduction to how to practice astronomy in the digital...

Beautifully illustrated throughout, this book gives readers unprecedented insight into the minds and lives of some of the great men and women who have helped shape the modern world. The book transports the reader back in time to share the excitement and...

This intriguing book delves into twenty of the most fascinating, far-reaching, and timely questions in popular science. Three experienced science writers go in pursuit of the answers for anyone who has ever wondered who we are, why we are here, and what...

This is an accessible introduction to the history of the universe that tells the story of the universe from the moment time and space came into existence at the Big Bang, through to the infinite future and the ultimate fate that awaits us. Readers will...

By unraveling the fascinating evolution of mathematics, from its earliest beginnings to the most important modern breakthroughs, this book makes mathematics accessible and enjoyable. Readers will learn sine from cosine, understand the difference between...

The enigmatic depths of Earth's oceans have long eluded humanity, but as our technology increases, so does our ability to explore these mysterious waters. This information-rich book introduces readers to the brilliant engineering behind submarines, the...

Curious about constructions? Inside this book, you'll come face-to-face with 50 incredible structures, including: a fire-breathing octopus sculpture; the skateboard ramp you'd need to jump the Great Wall of China; a whole community of tree houses in...

This title introduces readers to the study of the physical world. Alongside matter and energy, readers will learn about forces, machines, magnetism, and other fascinating details about how the world works. Features include a glossary, additional...

This title introduces readers to the study of plants and animals. Alongside introductions to different types of animals and plants, readers will learn about habitats, food webs, and life cycles. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an...