STEM: Technology
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Living on the Moon
From the Series The Moon Files (Alternator Books ®)
Could humans live on Earth’s moon? Space agencies around the world are working to find out and to discover what life on the moon would be like. Before people could move to the moon, there are Read More →
Look Inside a Big Rig: How It Works
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Under the Hood
Big rigs race down highways carrying hundreds of packages. How do they drive, turn, and slow down while carrying so much? Readers will love learning the science behind how big rigs drive. Read More →
Look Inside a Bulldozer: How It Works
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Under the Hood
Bulldozers are used to tear down and clear away big objects. But that's not all they do! They can be found on farms, roads, or construction sites. Take a look inside the different types of… Read More →
Look Inside a Dirt Bike: How It Works
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Under the Hood
Dirt bikes zoom over obstacles and can drive on most surfaces. Take an off-road journey to learn about the different kinds of dirt bikes and how they work. Read More →
Look Inside a Drone: How It Works
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Under the Hood
From filming movies to helping find people in danger, drones do it all. Discover the parts of a drone and how it prepares for liftoff. Then look to the future of drones. Read More →
Look Inside a Fire Truck: How It Works
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Under the Hood
Wildfires, rescue, and more! Fire trucks help fight fires. They carry water tanks, ladders, emergency equipment, and much more. Take a look inside the different types of fire trucks and how… Read More →
Look Inside a Monster Truck: How It Works
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Under the Hood
Monster trucks are huge! They bounce and ride on giant tires. They can even crush other cars beneath them. People drive them in loud, exciting races and shows for big audiences. Get an… Read More →
Look Inside an Electric Car: How It Works
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Under the Hood
Every day more people use electric cars to travel, deliver packages, and carry big loads. All without leaving behind any pollution! Get an inside look at how electric cars charge up, start… Read More →
Look Inside a Train: How It Works
From the Series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Under the Hood
All aboard! From transporting cargo to helping people travel, trains play an important role in everyday life. Take a look inside trains to discover their parts, how they move on tracks, the… Read More →
Machines through the Ages: From Furnaces to Factories
From the Series Technology through the Ages
". . . with the lighter catapults, which had a long range, he drove back those who were constructing the wall along the harbour, and with the ballistae he shook or destroyed the engines of… Read More →
Making Food Earth-Friendly: It's Time to Take Eco Action!
From the Series Eco Action
Earth is under threat. Today, our planet faces huge challenges as a result of human actions. The time has come to replace those negative actions with positive ones—it's time to take eco… Read More →
Mars: The Red Planet
From the Series Exploring Our Solar System with The Planetary Society ®
Mars is known as the Red Planet. It is the fourth planet from the Sun and the only planet where humans have landed rovers. From the biggest volcano in the solar system to ancient riverbeds,… Read More →
Medical Breakthroughs — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series Medical Breakthroughs
Explore major medical events and the scientific breakthroughs that made them possible. With an accessible graphic nonfiction approach, each title in the Medical Breakthroughs series… Read More →
Medicine through the Ages: From Acupuncture to Antibiotics
From the Series Technology through the Ages
“In medical knowledge the Egyptian leaves the rest of the world behind.” –Homer, Greek poet “I swear by Apollo the physician . . . and all the gods and goddesses, and call them to witness… Read More →
Mercury: A World of Extremes
From the Series Exploring Our Solar System with The Planetary Society ®
Mercury is the smallest planet in our Solar System. And it’s the fastest planet! Learn how Mercury is like Earth’s Moon. Then discover the history of exploring Mercury, what we have found on… Read More →
Mighty Mechanics' Guide to Speed — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series Mighty Mechanics' Guide to Speed
We are the Mighty Mechanics, and we look after all kinds of high-speed vehicles—from fighter jets to rocket sleds. Join us as we take you on an exhilarating tour of the fastest transport on… Read More →
Mining the Moon
From the Series The Moon Files (Alternator Books ®)
The moon is home to tons of metals, minerals, and other natural resources that people use. Would it be possible to mine these resources? The National Aeronautics and Space Administration… Read More →
Mission: Space Science — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series Mission: Space Science
An incredible journey through the universe, a fascinating exploration of space science, and empowering STEM space missions for readers to complete—this series has it all! Readers discover… Read More →
Mission Survival: Saving Earth's Endangered Animals — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series Mission Survival: Saving Earth's Endangered Animals
Some of the world's most beautiful creatures are threatened because of human action. Find out why some people are making it their mission to try to save them, what kids on a mission are doing Read More →
Mister T.V.: The Story of John Logie Baird
Discover the the true story of John Logie Baird, the inventor of the television! An engaging non-fiction picture book about one of Scotland’s great inventors. John tried and he tried and one Read More →
My Car in 2055
From the Series My Life in 2055
See what a car of the future might be like! Imagine it’s 2055. How will cars be different? What will they be made of? Will cars still need a driver or will they drive themselves? What else… Read More →
My City in 2055
From the Series My Life in 2055
How will cities be different? Imagine it’s 2055. Will we still visit stores? How will we get around? What will we do when we go downtown? Science and technology are changing all the time,… Read More →
My First Big Book of Animal Life Cycles
From the Series My First BIG Book Of . . .
This big book of info-packed pages introduces young readers to the subject of life cycles using a question-and-answer format. The life cycles featured include pet animals, farm animals, wild… Read More →
My First Big Book of Dinosaur Facts
From the Series My First BIG Book Of . . .
This big book of 96 info-packed pages introduces young readers to all the key science and facts about dinosaurs in a fun question and answer format. The book’s wide-ranging Q&As include: Read More →