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Readers will examine the technology used by military forces during the Civil War. Engaging text introduces readers to edged weapons, rifle-barreled guns, Minié balls, repeating carbines, cannons, howitzers, mortars, ironclad ships, the Gatling gun, the telegraph machine, and the roles they played in military campaigns. A short history of the war is also included. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. -- from publisher...
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With this title, young makers will learn how to get inspired, problem-solve, and collaborate with others as they take on four coding and strategy challenges, including creating their own secret code and designing a board game. Like a real coder and strategist, they ll have to meet demands while staying within limits. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of...
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Doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals can help you feel better when you are sick. Robots can too. They check up on patients, help paralyzed people move again, and even perform surgery. Informational text, fascinating facts, and full-color images tell the story of how robots are helping transform medicine. A "Words to Know" feature helps students master new vocabulary. The book includes a hands-on activity that will help students understand...
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"As technology continues to advance at an exponential rate, people have begun to express fears about the abilities of smart devices. While these people worry about job security, data security, and the implications for law enforcement, others point out benefits such as streamlined production and exciting new inventions. Through fascinating fact boxes and an informative graphic organizer that enhance the main text, readers learn about the various points...
45) App design
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Apps are a familiar part of many kids' lives, but do they know what it takes to design and create them? Readers are introduced to many of the different career paths within the world of app design--from the development stage to the backend work. As they explore the ins and outs of each job, they deepen their understanding of how STEM concepts are applied in the professional world. Fact boxes, illustrations, and photographs are included as part of the...
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"From video games and sports equipment, to cars and cleaning products, many of the things we use everyday were designed by engineers. This exciting title incorporates child-centered examples and engaging text to capture the readers' attention as they explore the connections between engineering, science, and technology, and discover how engineering impacts our day-to-day lives."--
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"Wars are destructive events, but they also spur the development of new technologies. From the firearms of the American Revolution to the drones of the modern War on Terror, technology has played important roles in armed conflicts. War Technology looks at major advances and how they affected the battlefield. Learn how these technologies changed the way soldiers fight."--Back cover.
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"Science starts with a question in this fascinating compendium for curious kids. The team behind the acclaimed Why Don't Cars Run on Apple Juice? is back to tackle more kid questions like "Are birds really dinosaurs?" and "Why do we have butts?" With help from science center experts, Kira Vermond packs mind-boggling facts into answers that encourage further inquiry, covering topics over five sections: animals, the human body, planet Earth, tech and...
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The twelve scientists who are profiled here are women from all sorts of backgrounds who are currently rocking science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Each of them has a different story to tell about how she got to where she is today, but the one thing they have in common is that they are truly wonder women of science. Around the world there are many more women doing incredible work and breaking new ground in STEM fields--not to mention...
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"...Readers learn classic, tried-and-true techniques from the shop class of yore--how to use a metal lathe, or pick the perfect drill bit or saw--and get introduced to a whole new world of modern manufacturing technologies, like using CAD software, printing circuits, and more. Step-by-step illustrations, helpful diagrams, and exceptional photography make this book an easy-to-follow and easy-on-the-eyes guide to getting your project done."--Amazon.com....
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In addition to putting an end to the inhumane institution of slavery, the Civil War also spurred important inventions that improved peoples lives, such as canned food, pocket watches, federal paper currency, and standard sizes for shoes. Although medical technology lagged behind the development of new weapons that could kill and maim more soldiers than ever, there were advances in amputation techniques and anesthesia delivery. Additionally, the railroad...
59) How things work
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Childcraft the how and why library volume 9
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Describes how scientific knowledge is applied to technology, and the importance of technology in our lives. Includes activities.
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