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Automobiles Technological innovations Biomimicry Juvenile literature Human-computer interaction Inventions Sports sciences Juvenile literature Sports Technological innovations Sports Technological innovations Juvenile literature Technological innovations Technological innovations Juvenile literature Three-dimensional printingMcCollum, Sean
Summary: "Football is much more than tackles, touchdowns, and end zone celebrations. It's a striking spectacle where football, science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics meet."--Page 4 cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.332 MCCHelget, Nicole Lea
Summary: "Basketball is much more than jump shots, no-look passes, and slam dunks. It's a stunning spectacle where basketball, science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics meet."--Page 4 cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.323 HELZuchora-Walske, Christine
Summary: Self-driving cars are a Modern Engineering Marvel! In this engaging title, readers will explore the history of cars from early steam-powered wagons to toady's luxury sedans. The father of Self-Driving Cars, Sebastian Thrun, is featured, and a colorful infographic shows how a Google Car works. Readers will learn about advancements in computer technology that made cars more automated and how car...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.2 ZUCMcCollum, Sean
Summary: "Soccer is much more than passes, throw-ins, and bicycle kicks. It's a splendid spectacle where soccer, science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics meet."--Page 4 cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 796.334 MCCSummary: We often think that people from a thousand years ago were living in the Dark Ages. But from the 7th century onward in Muslim civilization there were amazing advances and inventions that still influence our everyday lives. People living in the Muslim world saw what the Egyptians, Chinese, Indians, Greek, and Romans had discovered and spent the next one thousand years adding new developments and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic 2012
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 297.2 ONEHelget, Nicole Lea
Summary: Baseball is much more than game-winning hits, double plays, and grand slams. It's a spectacular spectacle where baseball, science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics happen to meet.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2019
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Summary: "How have technology and science helped historians and archaeologists through the years? How does today's technology help us understand the past? What role does technology hold for the future of history studies? From the invention of metal detectors through to today's computer modeling of long-dead people, our knowledge of the past has always been improving thanks to technology. This book looks...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Heinemann Raintree 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 930.1 WOONargi, Lela
Summary: Karl is an Abyssinian ground hornbill with a special challenge. His lower bill had broken off and made eating difficult. Karl did a great job of adapting and finding new ways to eat, but he wasn't getting all the food he needed. His zookeepers at the National Zoo and friends at the Smithsonian Institute wanted to help. Could an old bird skeleton and a 3-D printer give Karl a new beak? Karl's...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Editions, a Capstone Imprint 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.089 NARLeavitt, Amie Jane
Summary: With drone use soaring, remotely piloted aircraft have captured people's imaginations. Militaries, businesses, and hobbyists are continually finding new ways to use UAVs and develop their technology. Drones in some countries now deliver food and packages. Young readers will find out about exciting drone technology improvements and what they might lead to in the future.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 623 LEACopies Available at Fife Lake
1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 623.74 LEABodden, Valerie
Summary: 3-D Printers are a Modern Engineering Marvel! In this engaging title, readers will explore the history of printers, from punch cards, dot matrix, ink jet and laser all the way to today's 3-D printing! Charles Hull and his development of 3D layered plastic printing is featured, and a colorful infographic shows how a 3-D printer works. See the benefits of 3-D printing such as custom prosthetics...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 621.9 BODCorrigan, Jim
Summary: "Sharks are perfect predators. These toothy fish have super senses for finding prey. We fear sharks but we also learn from them. The study of shark skin has led to many new inventions. Some species can even glow in the dark. New undersea drones swim like sharks. More discoveries await in the awesome world of sharks."-- Page [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Mitchell Lane Publishers 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 620 CORCorrigan, Jim
Summary: "Plants can do amazing things. They grow in the most unlikely places. They soak up sunlight for energy, and use rain, wind, and animals to spread their seeds. Some plants lure insects for food. Others can self-clean. Humans have copied many clever plant tricks. Today, scientists are placing technology inside plants. The results are awesome."-- Page [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Mitchell Lane Publishers 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 620 COREboch, M. M.
Summary: This essential volume explores the invisible world behind wireless computer technology. From our homes and workplaces to public coffee shops, Wi-Fi has changed how we connect to the internet and how we send and receive information. The Wi-Fi story spans from the discovery of radio waves to high-speed wireless connectivity. This book covers it all in a relatable and fun way that kids will enjoy.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 004.6 EBOZuchora-Walske, Christine
Summary: Bionic eyes are a Modern Engineering Marvel! In this engaging title, readers will explore the history of bionic eyes from early attempts to use electricity to aid vision to the development of computer chips that led to eye and brain implants. Mark Humayun and his development of the bionic eye implant is featured, and colorful infographics show eye anatomy and how implants work. See the future...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 660.6 ZUCCorrigan, Jim
Summary: "Spiders are creepy, but they know amazing tricks. Some species have learned to fly. Others like to hang out underwater. Spider silk is strong and flexible. Spiders use it for more than just webs. Scientists keep trying to mimic spider silk. Once they succeed, people will find many awesome uses."-- Page [4] of cover.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Mitchell Lane Publishers 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 620 CORGregory, Josh
Summary: "Learn all about virtual reality technology, from the earliest breakthroughs to the latest advances."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cherry Lake Publishing 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 006.8 GRENiver, Heather Moore
Summary: As technology and engineering advance, the automotive industry moves right along with them. In fact, one might argue that the cars of the twenty-first century are a little ahead of the curve. Readers will learn all about the most innovative cars, whether they are eye-opening concept cars or environmentally friendly, fuel-efficient green cars that help people get from place to place with a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishing, LLC. 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.222 NIVKeppeler, Jill
Summary: "Life without a phone is so hard to imagine! Without the ability to call our friends, family, or even emergency services, life would certainly be much more difficult. Through accessible, fun-size facts, readers of this STEM-supporting book will learn how the invention of the telephone came about, how it transformed rapidly over the years, and how it can truly be said to have changed the world....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 621.385 KEPGray, Leon
Summary: Discusses the history and evolution of touch screens and describes how they work, where they are used today, and possible future developments in the field.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 004 GRAMarsico, Katie
Summary: "Learn all about the amazing technology behind self-driving cars, from how they navigate to how they keep passengers safe."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 629.2 MARClendenan, Megan
Summary: "Did you know that lamps can be powered by glowing bacteria instead of electricity? That gloves designed like gecko feet let people climb straight up glass walls? Or that kids are finding ways to make compostable plastic out of banana peels? Biomimicry, the scientific term for when we learn from and copy nature, is a revolutionary way to look to nature for answers to environmental problems such...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Orca Book Publishers 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 600 CLELinde, Barbara M.
Summary: "How are drones used in racing and other sports? Who builds and operates racing drones? Readers will learn about drones and discover why many people enjoy using drones in racing and sports. They'll also find out how the use of drones at sporting events is changing the way viewers watch televised sports. Readers will learn about the rules and safety protocols involved with operating racing and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 797.5 LINMitchell, Susan K.
Summary: "Discusses different technologies used by spies, such as satellites, lasers, robots, drones, and computer software, and includes career information"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishers 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 327.12 MITAbell, Tracy
Summary: Explores the fascinating world of 3D printing, including what it is, the pros and cons of using 3D printing, and what the future holds.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Focus Readers 2017