Would you like to make a brush bot, art bot, or rolling robot car? Use recycled materials, school supplies, and small electronics to make your own miniature robots. This Makerspace title includes a glossary and websites.
Let's have some fun! Use Scratch, a language developed by The Lifelong Kindergarten Group at MIT Media Lab, to create code that animates, makes music, plays games, and draws shapes. This Makerspace title supports NGSS Waves and Their Application in Technologies for Information Transfer.
In Submarines and Submersibles, readers will be introduced to the engineering concepts that are involved in underwater vehicle design. This fact- and photo-filled book explains how submarine and submersibles are developed, how they work, and the different ways in which they are used.
In Spacecraft, readers will be introduced to the evolution of spacecraft technology over time, and peek into the possibilities for the spacecraft of tomorrow. This fact- and photo-filled text explains how engineers deal with the challenges of reaching and working in space.
In Smart Cars, readers will be introduced to the engineering concepts behind smart car innovations. From their introduction in the early 1900s to today's electric cars, this book delves into the safety, comfort, style and drivability of these modern-day marvels.
In Cruise Ships, readers will be introduced to the engineering concepts and design of cruise ship innovation. From ship weight and density to electricity and power, this book delves into the depths of cruise ships and what the professionals need to do in order to make these vessels safe, steady, and fun—all at the same time.
Emotions are powerful feelings that we don't always understand. Learn how and why humans experience emotions. This title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes.
Your body is a busy place. There's always something happening. From digestion to respiration, discover how the systems in your body work together to keep you strong. This title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the benefits of discoveries and inventions to advance mankind.
What foods should you eat to stay healthy? Answer this question and others as you learn how food gives you energy, makes you stronger, and helps you stay healthy. This title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book discusses fossil formation, the history of paleontology, and what some fossil records show.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book discusses the laws of motion, energy at work, and the unseen forces of gravity and magnetism.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book discusses what flooding is, how it happens, and what scientists have learned about it.
In Enterprise STEM, students will learn about the relationship among science, technology, engineering, and math, and the scientists and engineers who work to complete tasks. Readers will love discovering new information in this chapter book while also reinforcing learned skills with comprehension and extension activities. The Let’s Explore Science series allows readers to dive into the world of fascinating science-related topics while strengthening reading comprehension skills. Each 48-page title features full-color photographs, real-world applications, content vocabulary, and more to effectively engage young learners.
In Environmental Disasters, students will learn about environmental disasters and how they affect humans and animals, as well as the agencies that work to provide relief. Readers will love discovering new information in this chapter book while also reinforcing learned skills with comprehension and extension activities. The Let’s Explore Science series allows readers to dive into the world of fascinating science-related topics while strengthening reading comprehension skills. Each 48-page title features full-color photographs, real-world applications, content vocabulary, and more to effectively engage young learners.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the benefits of building safe structures to withstand natural disasters.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the study of cells, chromosomes, and DNA known as genetics.
With real world examples of science at work, this book focuses on the impact of invasive plants on the environment.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the spread of infections and diseases.
Learn about the origin of the first tunnels, the greatest tunnel builders, the evolution and advancement of tunnels that are being built today, and the complex wonders they are.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the benefits of constructing homes using ecologically friendly materials.
Learn about modern stadiums as well as early Greek and Roman stadiums and coliseums that took massive manpower and engineering techniques that were unique to their time.
Learn all about the most famous Egyptian pyramids, how they were built, and the fascinating facts about the kings and pharaohs who are entombed within them.
Learn about famous skyscrapers and towers around the world and why they are considered engineering wonders.
Learn about the building techniques used to construct the Great Wall of China, the empires that constructed them, and what their purposes were over the centuries.
