science

"[The authors present] 250 more fantastic but true facts, covering topics such as roller coasts, mysteries, presidents, big mistakes, language, poop, and more!"--Back cover.

"Covering topics such as animals, architecture, inventions, food, space, and dinosaurs, and more! . . . this is a . . . survey of . . . all-around weird scientific facts"--Back cover.

Machines developed for use on land change the way the world works. When tanks were first built, they changed the course of a war. Cars changed how people move--and now electric cars are doing it again! Mag-Lev trains are amazing feats of engineering that move faster than anyone 100 years ago would have thought possible! Readers of this compelling volume explore the science and engineering behind many kinds of machines that go on land, including full-color photographs and helpful diagrams.

In our fast-changing world, creative problem-solvers are increasingly in demand across job markets. In this book, STEAM students will learn about the myriad opportunities that their future holds in store. They'll discover what kind of work is available to engineers, scientists, innovators, and artists. They'll appreciate how STEAM professionals influence our environment and lives. Using high-interest examples, accessible language, and colorful pictures, this book motivates aspiring STEAM students to imagine how their growing knowledge and skills may shape their future and the future of our world.

Science is a cornerstone of STEAM education. It's the study of the world around us. Scientists observe, record, question, and seek answers to life's biggest questions. Science is curiosity in action! In this fascinating and educational text, young readers will learn all about science, how it's applied, and who studies it. They'll read relatable examples of how they may practice science in their own lives. The high-interest material, accessible language, and eye-catching photographs are sure to inspire emerging STEAM students.

Uses DC superheroes in order to help teach science. Includes experiments.

The ancient Greeks loved learning, and they often applied what they'd learned to the world around them, which led to some amazing scientific and engineering achievements. Readers are introduced to some of the ancient Greeks who left their mark on our understanding of subjects such as math and medicine, including Archimedes, Pythagoras, and Hippocrates. As readers learn about their contributions to their specific fields of knowledge, they enhance their understanding of both history and STEM concepts. Informative sidebars, illustrations, and photographs supplement the main text in this exciting cross-curricular learning experience.

Some of the most important technological advancements of the ancient world happened in China. The decimal system, moveable type for printing, and the umbrella were first used by the ancient Chinese. Readers discover these and other fun facts about technology in ancient China with the help of main text and sidebars that supplement both social studies and STEM curriculum topics. Photographs and illustrations show many of these scientific and engineering feats in remarkable detail--from the Great Wall to the unique boats known as junks. Readers are sure to be fascinated by the ancient Chinese inventions we still use today.

From planets to asteroids, Space explores the basic science concepts behind the solar system.

Explores how and why artificial organs were developed, how they improve people's lives and bodies, and how the technology may be improved through future advances in biomedical engineering.