STEM: Technology
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History of Moon Exploration
From the Series The Moon Files (Alternator Books ®)
Astronauts first reached Earth’s moon over fifty years ago, bringing back moon dirt and rocks to study. From rovers and probes to other crewed landings, we have explored much of the moon. But Read More →
How AI Works
From the Series Exploring Artificial Intelligence
Engineers and scientists have been developing AI since the 1950s, and it has come a long way since then! AI can now assist in everyday life, from self-driving cars to diagnosing illnesses and Read More →
How High-Tech Changed the World — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series How High-Tech Changed the World
Our world has been transformed by amazing high-tech inventions, but how do these incredible technologies work, who invented them, and how have they changed the way we live? Readers discover… Read More →
How Plants Will Save the World
From the Series STEM to the Rescue
Air pollution, deforestation, greenhouse gases, plastic everywhere—these things put us, and our home planet of Earth, at risk. But there's hope. STEM to the rescue! Scientists, inventors, and Read More →
How the Internet Will Save the World
From the Series STEM to the Rescue
The internet seems to contain every answer to every question we might have. But how do we know what's true and what's not? And even though we have the knowledge, how do we use it? STEM to the Read More →
How the Sun Will Save the World
From the Series STEM to the Rescue
The sun shines bright over our planet. It gives plants and animals life. And it might be the answer to life on Earth lasting even longer. STEM to the rescue! Scientists, inventors, and energy Read More →
How Water Will Save the World
From the Series STEM to the Rescue
Water nourishes us. It keeps us clean. It makes our planet livable. And, with the help of science, water will play a role in saving all of us. STEM to the rescue! Scientists, inventors, and… Read More →
Human-Like Robots
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Robotics
Some robots look, move, and speak like humans. They greet customers in stores, wait tables at restaurants, and may one day even help soldiers in battle. Find out more about these amazing… Read More →
Humanoid Robots
From the Series Cutting-Edge Robotics (Alternator Books ® )
Humanoid robots can help us learn. They can go places humans can't, such as deep underwater, sending back information we never knew before. Humanoid robots can also aid in search and… Read More →
Hunting a Hacker: Using Science to Crack Cybercrime
From the Series Crime Science
Today, cybercrime is an enormous problem and one that threatens our future security. But we have two awesome weapons with which to fight it: science and technology. This exciting book… Read More →
Incubators: A Graphic History
From the Series Medical Breakthroughs
When babies are born early, they often have trouble surviving. But special containers called incubators help babies grow by keeping them warm and protected. At first, people in the medical… Read More →
Information Insecurity: Privacy under Siege
The Internet gives us information, communication options, shopping opportunities, entertainment, and much more—all at the touch of a fingertip and much of it for free. But in exchange for… Read More →
In the Air
From the Series Mighty Mechanics' Guide to Speed
We are the Mighty Mechanics, and we look after all kinds of high-speed vehicles. Join us for a tour of the world's fastest flying machines—from fighter jets to passenger planes. Learn who… Read More →
Invenciones increíbles (Amazing Inventions) — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series Invenciones increíbles (Amazing Inventions)
Discover true stories of invention behind coveted pop-culture objects—from sneakers to smartphones. With high-interest graphic novel art, these books profile the products' creators and… Read More →
James Webb Space Telescope: A Peek into the First Galaxies
From the Series Space Explorer Guidebooks (Alternator Books ®)
The James Webb Space Telescope is giving us glimpses into the vast reaches of space. Orbiting the sun, the powerful telescope can view galaxies that are thirteen billion light years from… Read More →
Jupiter: The Largest Planet
From the Series Exploring Our Solar System with The Planetary Society ®
Jupiter is our solar system’s largest planet. And it has a huge storm called the Great Red Spot! Discover what makes this planet a gas giant. Then learn about its moons and rings and the… Read More →
Law Enforcement Robots
From the Series Cutting-Edge Robotics (Alternator Books ® )
Law enforcement robots are designed to complete tasks that may be too difficult or dangerous for human law enforcement officers. And like human officers, they work hard to keep people and… Read More →
Let's Explore Technology
From the Series Bumba Books ® — A First Look at STEM
STEM subjects are an important part of our everyday lives as well as early-childhood education! This introductory look at technology is perfect for beginning readers. Vibrant photographs,… Read More →
Lighting Up the Brain: The Science of Optogenetics
What if neuroscientists could look inside the human brain and watch individual brain cells send signals to one another? What if they could then control these brain cells to direct thoughts… Read More →
Lightning Bolt Books ® — Exploring Space — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Exploring Space
Inspired by NASA's latest technology, these books will thrill readers interested in space exploration and amazing machines! With every title, readers are introduced to the cutting-edge tools… Read More →
Lightning Bolt Books ® — Robotics — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Robotics
Robots can perform jobs, can fly, can fight each other—the latest robotic technology allows robots to do all sorts of things! Take a look at the different tasks we rely on robots to do and… Read More →
Lightning Bolt Books ™ — Robots Everywhere! — Paperback Set
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Robots Everywhere!
This series engages readers through a fascinating topic: robots! Each book covers a variety of examples, ranging from helpful robots that vacuum our floors to sophisticated machines that help Read More →
Lightning Bolt Books ® — Under the Hood — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Under the Hood
From dirt bikes to big rigs, see how vehicles of all shapes and sizes get moving as you take a look Under the Hood—part of the Lightning Bolt Books® collection. With bright designs, engaging… Read More →
Living in the Matrix
From the Series Strange Science
Words that once sounded strange have made their way into how we talk to each other today. Things like virtual living, non-player characters, and simulated realities didn't just appear from… Read More →