computers

Shares the lives of Charles Babbage and Ada Lovelace, the two scientists who imagined the first computer.

Algo-what? "Algorithm" might be an intimidating word, but its meaning is pretty simple. An algorithm is a set of instructions. Future programmers will learn the difference between a good algorithm and a bad one through clear, accessible examples in this inviting introduction to coding concepts. They'll also learn how algorithms are behind many of the things they do on the internet, from searching for information to making video calls. Finally, they'll be introduced to two real-life programmers, Phiwa Nkambule and Corrinne Yu, and learn how coding has led to their professional success.

"Twelve-year-old Jake McQuade-the smartest kid in the universe-goes to a camp for geniuses, where he goes up against the Virtuoso quantum computer, the smartest machine in the universe"--Provided by publisher.

Provides a history of computer technology from ancient times to the present day and discusses the major shifts in technology development and use that have affected society, including transistors, personal computers, social media, and information security. Includes black-and-white photographs.

Scratch is a visual, color-coded programming language that is useful for anyone who wants to learn programming basics. Using Scratch, budding programmers of almost any age or experience can learn to code animations, art, digital stories, music, and video games. Beginners will quickly see how easy and rewarding it can be to create digital art with a software langue. This informative book includes ten engaging activities to instruct readers to quickly start creating art and animation projects with Scratch. The instructions open the door for readers to explore Scratch on their own in more detail.

Creating a website can be loads of fun. With the use of the computer language HTML, it is possible for anyone to learn the basics and get started on the road to creating a website. The step-by-step activities in this title will help readers explore tags, color hex codes, URLs, linking webpages, and the use of graphics and photos--all of which are needed to design and craft a website. Beginners will quickly see how easy and rewarding it can be to code with these activities, which also contribute to career readiness in computer science.

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 make a computer run. It makes learning about computers easy for young readers, and it will inspire your budding engineers.

"This illustrated nonfiction book for middle grade readers explores the history, development, applications and ethics of wearable technology"--Provided by publisher.