Nancy Dickmann
Author
Series
Publisher
Rosen Publishing's Rosen Central
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"Stargazers have observed Mercury, Venus, and Mars--the other small, rocky planets in our solar system besides Earth--for thousands of years. More recently, we have begun to explore our neighbors in outer space via flyby spacecraft, probes, and rovers. Readers will learn how these expeditions have expanded our knowledge of these planets' atmosphere, surface, features, and even potential for life. A must read for anyone interested in discovering more...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Robots are a lot more complex than you think! Readers will discover different tasks robots handle in the world and how robots are put together. This book explores how robots ingest data from their surroundings, and how they function. Budding engineers will also discover some of the intricacies of artificial intelligence, including what it takes to make a machine that can pass as a human. Compelling infographics and simple language make complex mechanics...
10) A penguin's life
Author
Series
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
Introduces the life cycle of a penguin, describing how female penguins lay eggs, how the eggs are kept warm by male penguins, hatch, and grow up, starting the cycle over.
Author
Series
Publisher
Rosen Publishing's Rosen Central
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Introduces the Earth as a planet, early beliefs about the Moon, what has been discovered about it by scientists and astronauts, the relationship between the Earth and the Moon, and possible future exploration and settlement on the Moon.
12) A bee's life
Author
Series
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
Introduces the life cycle of a bee, showing how it begins life, grows, and reproduces.
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Computers are everywhere. Even a smartphone is a mini computer. With digital technologies so prevalent in today's world, it's important for young learners to know how they work. This book introduces kids to the design and function of the hardware and networks that digitally connect us. Utilizing colorful infographics and simple language, this book discusses the history of the first computers, different types of computers, and the important parts that...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Many of today's communications travel over networks. Networks connect people all over the world through computers and mobile devices, but how does it work? Young learners will discover how an email works, how computers talk to one another, and how documents and programs are stored in the cloud. Readers will also learn about network safety and how to protect themselves from hackers and viruses. Easy-to-read infographics and simple language make this...
17) A turtle's life
Author
Series
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
Introduces a turtle's life cycle, explaining how it grows, develops, and reproduces.
18) A frog's life
Author
Series
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
Introduces the life cycle of a frog, showing how it begins life, grows, and reproduces.
19) A chicken's life
Author
Series
Publisher
Heinemann Library
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
Readers learn about the life cycle of a chicken, from egg to chicken.
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Computers communicate differently than people. Coders write algorithms in different computer languages that give computers clear instructions on how to work. This book explores the first computer communications and how coding works. Readers will learn about binary, the 0s and 1s that make up the base of all computer programming, as well as how coders find problems and fix mistakes. Perfect for the young coding enthusiast and the beginner, this book...