Vermond, Kira
Summary: Provides answers to science questions about biology, geology, and astronomy.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Annick Press 2019
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Summary: Uncovers the real science behind classic and modern science fiction stories, exploring such topics as time travel, cloning, artificial intelligence, and life on other planets.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Nomad Press, a division of Nomad Communications 2017
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Summary: A collection of cross-section drawings introduce young readers to the inner workings of the world's most fascinating structures and locations, including a space station, airport, movie studio, windmill, the Tower Bridge, the Grand Canyon, and Venice.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 729 PLASummary: "In the vein of acclaimed popular-science bestsellers such as Atlas Obscura, Astrophysics for Young People in a Hurry, The Way Things Work, What If?, and Undeniable, the co-founders of the global science organization Nerd Nite bring readers a collection of wacky, yet fascinating STEM topics. For 20 years, Nerd Nite has delivered to live audiences around the world, the most interesting, fun, and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: St. Martin's Press 2024
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Summary: "The Encyclopedia of the Weird and Wonderful features explanations of some of the most intriguing and entertaining facts from prehistory, ancient Egypt, the Industrial Revolution, and beyond. " -- Amazon.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Wellfleet Press 2023
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Summary: "Packed with over 3,000 facts about everything from cuddly baby animals to lethal predators, outer space to the deep sea, and man-made marvels, human history, and more, each page explodes with colorful photographs, perfectly paried with endless lists of easy-to-remember info about the wondrous world around us."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Bright Matter Books 2023
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Publisher / Publication Date: John Wiley 1997
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 500 MCGSummary: Asking questions is an integral part of learning and engaging with the world. Complex questions require answers from experts, and this book is packed with fascinating, trusted information about topics ranging from outer space to the human body. Organized by topic in a question-and-answer format, the book is sure to capture readers' imaginations while providing background knowledge about how our...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2018
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Summary: Answers questions about technology in the home, the outdoors, food, transportation, and animals.
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Kids 2016
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Summary: Read along as we dissect, explore, and explain how things do what they do. Complete with exciting diagrams and illustrations, accessible explanations, trivia, and fun features, How Things Work: Inside Out explains cell phones, 3D printers, lava lamps, skyscrapers, and everything in between!
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Publisher / Publication Date: National Geographic Kids 2017
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: "This technology focused STEAM kit if full of fun facts about robots, computers, x-rays and other cool technology and inventions. Then get active with the interactive coding games that keeps bodies busy while brains gain valuable practice in sequencing, decision making and following commands just like a computer."
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Publisher / Publication Date: Penworthy 2019
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Summary: Technology has made modern life as we know it possible, but there s always a downside to technological advances. Some technology can be helpful, but some is downright freaky. From secret computer viruses made by the government to incredible technology that keeps buildings safe during windstorms or earthquakes, this book explores the world of technology with an eye on the weird fringes that...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2017
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J 602 NAGMunroe, Randall
Summary: The creator of the popular webcomic "xkcd" uses line drawings and common words to provide simple explanations for how things work, including microwaves, bridges, tectonic plates, the solar system, the periodic table, helicopters, and other essential concepts.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2015
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1 available in Adult, Call number: OVS 500 MUNTurvey, Peter.
Summary: Text and cut-away illustrations present a variety of common items and how they work.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Franklin Watts Books 1995
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Publisher / Publication Date: St. Martin's Press 1980
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Summary: "In Chemistry for Breakfast, award-winning chemist and science communicator Mai Thi Nguyen-Kim reveals the amazing chemistry behind everyday things (like baking and toothpaste) and not-so-everyday things (like space travel). With a relatable, funny, and conversational style, she explains essential chemical processes everyone should know--and turns the ordinary into extraordinary"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Greystone Books 2021
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Summary: Explains how a variety of products are made.
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Publisher / Publication Date: DK Pub. 2007
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hudson Street Press 2006
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Summary: "How likely is it that humans aren't alone in the universe? Reports of strange lights, UFO sightings and alien encounters abound-and some (like recent accounts from U.S. Navy pilots) even sound credible. And in recent years, armed with state-of-the-art technology and better information, the search for extraterrestrials overflows with exciting possibilities. Within our own solar system,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abrams Books for Young Readers 2023