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Drones

Susan Henneberg (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645982418

Whether large or small, unmanned drones are used in some interesting ways by both the military and private sector, from spying to firefighting to protecting endangered animals.

Yellowstone National Park

Kelly Anne White (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177343

Explore the past, present, and future of Yellowstone National Park. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into the future.

The Sahara Desert

Rebecca Kraft Rector (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177336

Explore the past, present, and future of the Sahara Desert. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into the future.

Niagara Falls

Lisa M. Bolt Simons (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177329

Explore the past, present, and future of Niagara Falls. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into the future.

Mount Everest

Lisa M. Bolt Simons (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177312

Explore the past, present, and future of Mount Everest. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into the future.

The Great Barrier Reef

Rebecca Kraft Rector (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177305

Explore the past, present, and future of the Great Barrier Reef. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into the future.

The Grand Canyon

Rebecca Kraft Rector (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177299

Explore the past, present, and future of the Grand Canyon. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into the future.

California’s Redwood Forest

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177282

Explore the past, present, and future of California's Redwood Forest. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into the future.

The Amazon Rainforest

Rebecca Kraft Rector (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177275

Explore the past, present, and future of the Amazon Rainforest. Beautiful photos, fact-filled text, and engaging infographics help readers learn all about this natural wonder and how to protect it long into the future.

The Debate about Vaccines

Patricia Hutchison (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635176711

Provides a thorough overview of the major pros and cons of vaccines. Readable text, interesting sidebars, and illuminating infographics invite readers to jump in and join the debate.

The Debate about Legalizing Marijuana

Marne Ventura (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635176667

Provides a thorough overview of the major pros and cons of legalizing marijuana. Readable text, interesting sidebars, and illuminating infographics invite readers to jump in and join the debate.

Voyage to Pluto

Liz Kruesi (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177169

Explores scientists' thrilling quest to send a spacecraft to Pluto. Engaging text, vibrant photos, and informative infographics help readers learn about this important advancement in exploring space, as well as the people and technology that made it possible.

Space Stations

Christa C. Hogan (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177152

Explores scientists' thrilling quest to create space stations. Engaging text, vibrant photos, and informative infographics help readers learn about this important advancement in exploring space, as well as the people and technology that made it possible.

The Space Shuttle Missions

Patti Richards (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177145

Explores scientists' thrilling quest to develop the Space Shuttle. Engaging text, vibrant photos, and informative infographics help readers learn about this important advancement in exploring space, as well as the people and technology that made it possible.

NASA and the Astronauts

Lisa J. Amstutz (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177138

Explores scientists' thrilling quest to send humans into outer space. Engaging text, vibrant photos, and informative infographics help readers learn about this important advancement in exploring space, as well as the people and technology that made it possible.

Missions to Mars

Gregory L. Vogt (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177121

Explores scientists' thrilling quest to send spacecraft to Mars. Engaging text, vibrant photos, and informative infographics help readers learn about this important advancement in exploring space, as well as the people and technology that made it possible.

Finding Earthlike Planets

Liz Kruesi (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177114

Explores scientists' thrilling quest to find Earthlike planets. Engaging text, vibrant photos, and informative infographics help readers learn about this important advancement in exploring space, as well as the people and technology that made it possible.

Building Reusable Rockets

Gregory L. Vogt (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177107

Explores scientists' thrilling quest to build reusable rockets. Engaging text, vibrant photos, and informative infographics help readers learn about this important advancement in exploring space, as well as the people and technology that made it possible.

The Apollo Missions

Patti Richards (author)

Publisher: North Star Editions ISBN: 9781635177091

Explores scientists' thrilling quest to land on the moon. Engaging text, vibrant photos, and informative infographics help readers learn about this important advancement in exploring space, as well as the people and technology that made it possible.

Ocean Engineering and Designing for the Deep Sea

Rebecca Sjonger (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427117854

Working in oceans presents unique challenges. Readers will learn how ocean engineers design equipment and processes to help scientists that study ocean systems, such as oceanographers, do research in deep waters, long distances away from land, and in harsh weather conditions. Ocean engineers come up with innovative solutions to these challenges by designing submersible vessels, structures built offshore, monitoring devices, and communication systems. Real-life examples and a design challenge help students understand key concepts related to the engineering process.

Robotics Engineering and Our Automated World

Rebecca Sjonger (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427117861

Robots are machines that follow a decision-making process when performing tasks. They are playing an increasing role in manufacturing, agriculture, medicine, mining, and aerospace, as well as in our everyday lives. Readers will learn how robotics engineers find new ways for robots to do work that would be dangerous, time-consuming, dull, or impossible for humans to perform. Real-life examples and a design challenge help students understand key concepts related to the engineering design process, and how robotics engineers play a vital role in expanding our knowledge of the universe.

Genetic Engineering and Developments in Biotechnology

Anne Rooney (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427117878

Genetic engineers study genes and DNA to develop ways to recreate and modify them to advance technologies in fields such as medicine and agriculture. Using living organisms and systems to create new products and technologies is called biotechnology. Readers will learn how genetic engineers are working toward curing diseases in humans and making crops less susceptible to disease. Real-life examples and a design challenge help students understand key concepts related to the engineering process, and encourage discussion about the impact of biotechnology on our lives, including its benefits and risks.

Energy Engineering and Powering the Future

Jonathan Nixon (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427117885

As cities and populations grow, we need more and more energy to run and heat our homes and to power transportation. Readers will learn how energy engineers help make sure that our energy demands are met in a number of different ways. They discover new ways to convert natural resources into affordable and environmentally friendly forms of energy; they build and operate power stations for both renewable and non-renewable forms of energy; they manage electrical power networks; they also monitor how generating energy may harm the planet. Real-life examples and a design challenge help students understand key concepts related to the engineering process, and how energy engineers will play a vital role in our future.

Maker Projects for Kids Who Love Paper Engineering

Rebecca Sjonger (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427117656

This interesting title unfolds the art and science of paper engineering. Readers interested in crafting and designing patterns and structures will be inspired to create "Maker" projects using paper - a medium readily accessible to any classroom or library. Kids will learn about popular trends and possibilities in paper engineering, and how great engineers in many different fields often visualize and create their most amazing projects in paper models first. Readers are encouraged to experiment with their own ideas and create products that are unique to their visions.

Maker Projects for Kids Who Love Exploring the Outdoors

Sarah Levete (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427117649

The great outdoors is the perfect "Maker" space for exploring possibilities for creativity, problem solving, and innovation. From designing devices to study the natural world to figuring out ways to find food or water outside, this refreshing title inspires readers to come up with Maker projects of their own in their back yards or communities. "Makers and Shakers" sidebars introduce important innovators and their creations to inspire readers to be environmentally aware and involved in the natural world.