technological innovations

"A special train comes down the track. What makes it so unique? It's an eco-train. Explore trains that are better for the planet"--Provided by publisher.

Explores the alternative transportation solution of eco-boats.

"Spies have lots of tools and tricks up their sleeves that help them do the jobs they do. This book gives the inside scoop on all the fascinating tricks of the trade"--Provided by publisher.

"Sneakers grew out of efforts to make more durable, more comfortable shoes--and became a major link between sports and fashion. Their rising popularity led to celebrity endorsements, big-name brands, and ongoing technological breakthroughs. This graphic history shows how sneakers made an impact on the street and on the court"--Provided by publisher.

"Human transportation has come a long way since the invention of the wheel. Vehicles of all sorts have us speeding across land, through water, and in the skies. What might be next? From self-driving cars to jet packs, readers will discover . . . ways they may get around in the future"--Provided by publisher.

"From stage productions to television to movies, humans have always been entertained by a good story. But how might entertainment change in the future? From immersive virtual reality games to social media with 3-D holograms, readers can find out what cool new technologies might change the way they are entertained"--Provided by publisher.

"The human body is amazing, but with advancements in medicine and scientific technology, there are some pretty freaky stories about how people can live in the modern world. From surviving after having organs removed to the horror of insects living in our bodies, this . . . book's main content is . . . for a future biologist, doctor, or any curious reader who loves to get grossed out. Including true stories, up-close photographs, and . . . science facts"--Google Books.

"Fears about terrorism and other safety concerns have been prevalent for decades, but recent advancements in technology have given law enforcement and national security officials the ability to monitor suspected criminals. Some people believe this is not only desirable, but necessary. Others worry about the ways this power could potentially be abused. The many angles of conflict between safety and privacy are presented to readers through compelling photographs and fascinating fact boxes that supplement the neutral main text. This informative reading experience allows readers to gain a deeper understanding of the arguments and formulate their own opinions"--Provided by publisher.

"Spies have to be innovative to not get caught during missions. Readers will learn about wartime spies and the disguises and gadgets they used to gain intel"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the concept of the "implementation gap" as a way of explaining why it seems ideas for reforming schools and increasing student achievement never seem to accomplish their goals. Discusses common pitfalls along the way to implementing these ideas and offers a five-point, field-tested methodology of implementation to develop goals worth chasing, create actions and instruments to impact schools and students, collect data and implement interventions, monitor progress, and scale success in school improvement and student achievement.