Technologys Child

Nine remarkable men produced inventions that changed the world. The printing press, the telephone, powered flight, recording, and other innovations have made the modern world what it is. But who had these ideas and made realities of them? As David Angus explains, they were very different: quiet, boisterous, confident, or withdrawn. But all had a moment of vision that they combined with single-minded determination to battle through numerous obstacles and produce something that really worked.

Join Max Axiom as he explores the science behind light. Max helps young listeners understand the critical role light plays in everything we do.

What Shall We Do Today? The Community Center Mystery A Fun and Educational Adventure for Young Readers Ages 6-9 Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya as they embark on an exciting adventure at their local Community Center! When Maya arrives with mysterious invitations, the three friends discover that five special celebrations are happening on the same day. Perfect for classroom reading, bedtime stories, and independent readers who love learning while having fun! What makes this children's book special: Educational Value: Children learn about five real special days ...

In audiobook format, uses aliens to explain the science of energy.

Welcome to Greece! Gaze at the crumbling walls of ancient ruins. Cross the Aegean Sea to a volcanic island. Learn about the people, places, and traditions of the country where the Olympic Games began.

It might seem lonely at the top of the world, but the North Pole is teeming with life! Polar bears, walruses, and arctic seals make their home on sea ice that can be nine feet thick while the Inuit and other indigenous peoples continue their traditions and means for survival in this harsh climate.

Want to impress your buddies at school? Need to think of something fun to do at Thanksgiving or Christmas? Want to learn a bunch of random facts about history, science, and the paranormal? If you answered yes to any or all of those questions, then pick up Interesting Stories for Curious Kids: A Fascinating Collection of the Most Interesting, Unbelievable, and Craziest Stories on Earth! This book is the coolest collection of interesting facts about a whole bunch of several different topics.

Have you ever wondered just how a glow stick works? Or what about those glow-in-the-dark stars you stick on your ceiling keep on shining? In her first book, author and teacher Anita Sitarski answers these questions and more giving listeners the inside scoop on everything that glows. Fireflies, bacteria, squid, jelly fish—what do all of these things have in common? They glow! It seems like one of mother nature’s mysteries, but many curious scientists have begun to shine light on this beautiful phenomenon.

Grab some friends and play tag. Take a bike ride. Go on a hike. There are so many ways to be active! Informative text will explain why we need to be active and inspire every listener to get up and move.

Anna must wake up late and struggle to keep warm outside so she can watch a meteor shower.

”Hello, World!” is the first line of text every robot ever prints when first being programmed. Just like that robot entering the world for the first time, we’re here to say “Hello, Scratch!” as we enter a whole new world of programming for children. Getting started with Scratch is not only a great way to get a taste for programming, but also the perfect stepping stone to get you or your child on the way to more complex languages like Python or Java. Learning programming languages can also lead down a variety of career paths for your future.

Are you looking to teach children how to code? Or, are you looking to start coding? This book on beginner HTML and JavaScript is the answer. For the last couple of years, the news keeps talking about the digital economy and how everyone needs programmers. It seems like everyone wants to learn how to code. However, it is not that easy. Coding is a skill; and like any skill, it takes time to learn. Like any skill, the younger you start, the better you get.

Airplanes that soared through ancient skies? An underwater city? Could these unbelievable things ever have existed? Learn about the top 10 ancient mysteries and investigate for yourself.

Welcome to the Ocean State! Learn about Rhode Island's history, geography, weather, people, and more in this book that's all about our 13th state.

The human body is amazing. Your blood makes up about 8% of your body weight. On average, your heart will beat more than 3 billion times in your lifetime! Doctors and scientists make choices every day about how to keep our bodies going. But what would you change if you could? Would you choose to have super strength or super speed? Would you rather have no bones or no muscles?

This illuminating biography reveals how the daughter of Lord Byron, Britain's most infamous Romantic poet, became the world's first computer programmer.

Whether you're an amoeba, a human, or anything in between, you need water to survive. But why? Find out in this informative Q & A.

Take a trip through the Heart of Dixie! Learn about Alabama's geography, weather, history, people, and more in this book that's all about our 22nd state.

Polar bears look cuddly, but beware! Their curved claws, powerful jaws, and jagged teeth all help them attack and kill prey. Discover how the world’s biggest land predator finds its next meal.

What Do We Know About Atlantis? lets curious young listeners dive into what we really know about the sunken city. First described by Plato, the idea of Atlantis has existed since 360 B.C.! Learn about the history of the Greek god Poseidon's relationship with the kingdom and the real research that's been done by historians and scientists who are trying to locate Atlantis. Featured in plenty of movies, books, and comics, Atlantis is still relevant in popular culture today...but does it really exist?