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The Science of Renewable Energy introduces students to several of today's most important alternative energy sources. Readers will discover the scientific concepts underlying these technologies, learn how they compare with fossil fuels, and explore the cutting-edge research that is going on in each field. The books explore what makes each renewable energy source unique and how each will fit into our diversified energy future. Each volume includes callout definitions for subject vocabulary, diagra
Welcome to the Science Squad, a citizen science organization for curious kids who love nature and science! Follow along as Squad members journal their efforts to make a difference in the world around them.
Advances in science and technology undeniably bring about societal change. Gene therapy, for instance, has the potential to revolutionize medicine and the treatment of debilitating illnesses but it also carries significant risks. The Science, Technology, and Society series examines scientific and technological advances in the context of their impact on society. Each book explores how and why this science or technology came about; how it has influenced or shaped daily life and culture; efforts to
The world is a big placeÑfilled with big concepts! This series delves into some of the most compelling ideas and questions of our time, inspiring readers to think critically about the world around them. Scientific American presents fascinating and thought-provoking explorations of the latest science-related issues and discoveries affecting our world today. Through the work of experts in various scientific fields, curious readers will be empowered to understand this century's evolving challenges
Was human flight possible? What makes an individual who they are? Where did Homo sapiens come from? When the most brilliant minds in the world team up to answer the biggest questions in science, the results are some of the greatest scientific discoveries that still affect us today. Through accessible yet captivating narratives accompanied by striking images, readers will explore the fascinating lives of famous scientists and the motivations and methods behind their groundbreaking work.
Bribery. Theft. Betrayals and lifelong feuds. Intense competition leading to bitter disputes has characterized the relationships among some of the world’s greatest scientific innovators. This one-of-a-kind series combines math, science, history, and biography to expose the rivalries behind groundbreaking achievements.
Some of science fiction's most fantastic visions, reviving extinct species, interstellar space travel, and a large-scale robot workforce, are swiftly becoming the realities of today. As NASA tests the habitability of Mars and stem cell research enables cloning, our real world is resembling a sci-fi fantasy, and it's all thanks to STEM. These high-interest topics will captivate readers, inspiring their imagination while also teaching them important principles of STEM.
In November 2021, researchers reported that the amount of time teenagers spent in front of screens for non-school-related purposes more than doubled during the pandemic, from 3.8 to 7.7 hours per day. For teens, increased time in front of a screen can morph into an addiction to electronic devices and the activities they make possible. Screen Addiction examines the hallmarks of behavioural addictions, the damage screen addiction can wreak on student lives, and what kinds of help are available to
When their island kingdom falls under siege, royal brothers Noa and Dagan must follow a magical map and confront the legendary one-eyed pirate before evil takes over their world.