technological innovations

Provides an introduction to three-dimensional printing technology, including what it is, how it works, what it can do, and more.

Introduces young readers to smartphones, discussing how they work and what they are used for.

Introduces young readers to GPS technology, discussing how it works and what it is used for.

Introduces young readers to drones, discussing what they are, how they work, and what they are used for.

Introduces young readers to electric cars, discussing how they work and how they compare to cars that run on gas.

Introduces young readers to robots, discussing how they work and what they are used for.

With the aid of science, researchers are now able to discern the secrets to super strength and super speed in animals. Using technology, they have recreated some of these powers for application and use by humans. Readers will discover the advances and future of super strength and super speed, presented through scientific studies, sidebars, and facts.

"This nonfiction book for middle readers is full of . . . tales of inventors and innovators who have accidentally changed the world. The book also features profiles of inventive kids and teenagers"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the history and development of transportation from ancient times to today, discussing cars, trains, and planes. Features color photographs, fact boxes, a glossary, a timeline, an activity, and further resources.

Examines how the invention of the automobile changed the world. Discusses its origins, evolution, and possible future. Includes color photographs, sidebars, a glossary, and further resources.