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How computers work

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.

Minecraft dungeons

2023
By taking the focus off of mining and building and placing it squarely on exploration and action, Minecraft Dungeons offers players a whole new way to enjoy the colorful world of Minecraft. In this book, readers will learn everything they need to get started on their own Minecraft Dungeons adventures. Includes table of contents, author biography, sidebars, glossary, index, and informative backmatter.
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Superpower?

the wearable-tech revolution
2022
"This illustrated nonfiction book for middle grade readers explores the history, development, applications and ethics of wearable technology"--Provided by publisher.

Making a YouTube channel

2023
When YouTube was first launched in 2005, the site immediately started attracting visitors. Two years later, it created a program that allowed people to get paid for their content. Today, many people have made YouTube their full-time career. However, even people who do not intend to become professional vloggers can benefit from having a YouTube channel. Through in-depth sidebars and full-color photographs, readers learn the basics of creating and maintaining a channel while staying safe online. A list of books and websites provides a jumping-off point for further independent research.

Researching online

2022
Describes how to evaluate websites, discussing how to assess their accuracy, authorship, and purpose.

Computers

2023
Most adults carry a tiny computer around in their pocket all day, every day! Smartphones are just the latest in personal computing technology, and most young readers are already familiar with those as well as tablets and other computers. This volume explores just how pervasive computer technology is in daily life, highlighting the positives and negatives of this. The history of computers and how they work is also part of this comprehensive book, with detailed diagrams and text written just for curious young readers.

Fortnite

2023
With hundreds of millions of players around the world, Fortnite is the video game sensation that has taken the world by storm. In this book, readers will discover how to level up and unlock new items in the Battle Pass by completing different kinds of quests. Includes table of contents, author biography, sidebars, glossary, index, and informative backmatter.

Dreaming in code

Ada Byron Lovelace, computer pioneer
2022
Chronicles the life and career of mathematician Ada Byron Lovelace.

Dreaming in code

Ada Byron Lovelace, computer pioneer
2022
Chronicles the life and career of mathematician Ada Byron Lovelace.

The history of the computer

people, inventions, and technology that changed our world
2022
"An illustrated overview of the computing machines that have changed our world--from the abacus to the smartphone--and the people who made them"--Provided by publisher.

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