Science & Technology

In Cosmos, the late astronomer Carl Sagan cast his gaze over the magnificent mystery of the Universe and made it accessible to millions of people....

Harry Potter: A History of Magic reveals some of the hidden stories behind real-world magic and explores some of J.K. Rowling's magical inventions alongside their folkloric, cultural and historical forebears....

New York Times Bestseller Now a Netflix film starring and directed by Chiwetel Ejiofor! A gripping memoir of survival and perseverance about the heroic young inventor who brought electricity to his Malawian village. When a terrible drought struck William Kamkwamba's tiny village in Malawi...

Perfect for middle grade readers and history enthusiasts, New York Times bestselling author Steve Sheinkin presents the fascinating and frightening true story of the creation behind the most destructive force that birthed the arms race and the Cold War in Bomb: The Race to Build—and...

The #1 New York Times bestselling memoir that inspired the film October Sky, Rocket Boys is a uniquely American memoir—a powerful, luminous story of coming of age at the dawn of the 1960s, of a mother's love and a father's fears, of a group of young men who dreamed of launching rockets into...

Take a ride inside the human body with Ms. Frizzle and the class....

Like it or not, global warming is a hot topic, and it will affect the younger generation the most....

The stories selected for this book are out of the ordinary. They have been carefully chosen for curious and extraordinary people eager to break the mold. What you will find in this audiobook will take you out of the ordinary....

Everyone has heard of Albert Einstein-but what exactly did he do? How much do kids really know about Albert Einstein besides the funny hair and genius label? For instance, do they know that he was expelled from school as a kid? Finally, here's the story of Albert Einstein's life, told in a fun...

This program is read by the authors, Chuck Bryant and Josh Clark, hosts of the award-winning podcast Stuff You Should Know. WARNING: Contents of this audiobook are cooler than they appear. From the masterminds responsible for the beloved, award-winning podcast, Stuff You Should Know, comes a...

This program features an introduction and epilogue read by the author. "In the grand tradition of Carl Sagan and Neil deGrasse Tyson, we now have a new tour guide to the cosmos."―Charles Cockell, Professor of Astrobiology, University of Edinburgh "Absorbing, informative, and entertaining...

"Dan Bittner flawlessly narrates this matchless memoir, which captures writer Gary Paulsen's bittersweet life...The sublime narration and satisfying conclusion contribute to a rewarding listening experience." -- AudioFile Magazine, Earphones Award winner A middle grade memoir from a living...

“The world's leading alien hunter” — New York Times Magazine From acclaimed Harvard astrophysicist and bestselling author of Extraterrestrial comes a mind-expanding new book explaining why becoming an interstellar species is imperative for humanity’s survival and detailing a game plan...

Kids love asking big questions about space: How hot is the Sun? What are planets made of? What do astronauts see in space? Their questions won’t stop there — and they don’t have to.

A young readers edition of the New York Times bestseller The Disappearing Spoon, chronicling the extraordinary stories behind one of the greatest scientific tools in existence: the periodic table. Why did Gandhi hate iodine (I, 53)? How did radium (Ra, 88) nearly ruin Marie Curie's reputation?...

From Schrodinger's cat to Heisenberg's uncertainty principle, this book untangles the weirdness of the quantum world. Quantum mechanics underpins modern science and provides us with a blueprint for reality itself. And yet it has been said that if you're not shocked by it, you don't understand it...

“This rich volume is a national treasure.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Captivating, informative, and inspiring…Easy to follow and hard to put down.” —School Library Journal (starred review) The inspiring autobiography of NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson, who helped launch...

Coding is the modern world's DNA. To create any website, phone app, computer software, and even to make several household appliances functional requires coding. Coding is a part of all of our lives and will only become more relevant as time goes on....

Imagine living with a pack of wolves! For National Geographic wildlife documentarians Jim and Jamie Dutcher, that dream came true. Join the Dutchers as they discover what life is like among wolves in the western wilderness....

This book is the coolest collection of interesting facts about a whole bunch of several different topics....

You have a start-up idea but ... where do you go from there? Two teen entrepreneurs bring together 51 influential business leaders for Q&As about starting a business, finding success, and, yes, making money. Fifteen-year-olds Fenley Scurlock and Jason Liaw had both started businesses by the time...

Listen and relive the exciting tales from Highlights, now on audio! Learn how the Horsehead Nebula got its name and shape and what astronauts have to wear in space, along with other stories about outer space....

Brought to you by Ladybird. Winner of The FutureBook of the Year Award 2019 and shortlisted for the Best Children's Audiobook at the New York Festival Radio Awards 2020. Meet our fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy AKA the smartest raven in the universe as they set out on their next...

From writer Stacy McAnulty, Our Solar System! A Stellar Neighborhood is a light-hearted nonfiction audiobook about the members of our solar system from the eyes of Comet, who's been traveling through the Solar System for eons. Our Solar System! A Stellar Neighborhood features sound design and...

Brought to you by Ladybird. Winner of The FutureBook of the Year Award 2019 and shortlisted for the Best Children's Audiobook at the New York Festival Radio Awards 2020. Meet our fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy AKA the smartest raven in the universe as they set out on their next...

Funny, thought-provoking, and bursting with curiosity, Wise Up! Wise Down! is a lively conversation between two internationally known poets. How can laughter be more powerful than a sword? Why do days have names but not weeks? And do pigeons ever get a craving for cake? Two friends, esteemed...

Meet Mary Mallon, a hardworking Irish cook hired by several of New York’s well-to-do families, who ultimately came to be known as "Typhoid Mary." Hear how Mary unwittingly spread deadly bacteria, the ways an epidemiologist discovered her trail of infection, and how the health department ultimately decided her fate. This engrossing story reveals the facts behind Mary, and young listeners will be on the edges of their seats wondering what happened to her and the innocent typhoid victims.

Using evocative storytelling, Nell Cross Beckerman urges children to explore one of nature's most curious ecosystems. Dramatic, poetic language guides kids through different caves around the world while nonfiction text allows for deeper understanding.

Can a Particle Be in Two Places at Once? Welcome to the Strangest Science in the Universe. Does your child ask questions you can’t answer? At the smallest scale, the universe is strange, surprising — and completely real. Quantum physics sounds impossible. Most adults struggle to explain it. This book changes that. Quantum Physics for Kids turns complex ideas into a clear, structured journey for curious readers ages 8–12. No oversimplified cartoons. No confusing jargon. Just real science explained with clarity and respect. If you’ve been searching for the right way to explain reality...

Discover the Amazing Waterways of Our Planet! Did you know the Pacific Ocean covers more than one-third of Earth’s surface? Or that some rivers travel thousands of miles across continents before reaching the sea? 200 Geography Questions About Oceans, Rivers, Seas & Lakes for Kids Ages 9–12 is a fun and educational quiz book designed to help children explore the incredible waterways of our world while improving reading and comprehension skills. Perfect for curious learners, homeschool students, classrooms, and family game nights, this book turns geography into an exciting adventure. ...

Minecraft Survival Guide: Snow & Cold Survival Basics Pro Tips & Tricks to Survive Freezing Cold, Find Food, Build Warm Shelters, and Stay Alive in Snow Biomes Step by Step The snow looks calm. White land. Quiet nights. Frozen beauty. That’s why most beginners don’t survive it. In Minecraft Survival Guide: Snow & Cold Survival Basics, you’ll learn how to stay alive in one of the most dangerous and deceptive biomes in the game. Designed specifically for beginners and new players, this guide walks you through snow and cold survival step by step, without rushing, confusion, or advanced ...

"This is a book about hope." If you look out the window, chances are high you'll spot a bird soaring in the sky or perched on a tree. Nearly 100 million Americans spend time birdwatching every year. Birds provide beauty, pollination, pest control, waste management, a food source, recreation...

Llegaste al Nivel 4. Ahora comienza la verdadera aventura tecnológica. En este libro vas a dar un paso más allá del juego para empezar a trabajar con ideas que usan los programadores del mundo real. Aprenderás a pensar como un creador de tecnología mientras exploras conceptos de Python, inteligencia artificial, datos y aplicaciones en la nube, explicados de forma clara, visual y divertida. A través de desafíos, ejemplos y proyectos guiados descubrirás cómo funcionan muchas de las herramientas que hoy están cambiando el mundo. Desde analizar datos hasta entender cómo piensan los ...

La inteligencia artificial está cambiando el mundo. Pero ¿cómo funciona realmente por dentro? En Programar Jugando – Nivel 3, vas a descubrir los secretos de la IA mientras construís tu propio laboratorio de programación. A lo largo de una misión llena de desafíos, vas a aprender cómo piensan las máquinas, cómo se analizan datos reales y cómo crear personajes inteligentes para tus juegos. Este libro te guía paso a paso para que desarrolles habilidades que usan los ingenieros de software y científicos de datos en el mundo real. Desde algoritmos de búsqueda y sistemas de ...

Tu hijo no solo usará Inteligencia Artificial. Aprenderá a crearla. En este libro práctico y accesible, niños y niñas de 8 a 12 años construyen sistemas reales de Inteligencia Artificial desde cero, usando las mismas herramientas que utilizan científicos, ingenieros y empresas tecnológicas en todo el mundo. Sin conocimientos previos. Sin software pago. Sin experiencia necesaria. Solo curiosidad. Dentro de este libro aprenderán a crear: Una IA que reconoce imágenes Una IA que entiende gestos y sonidos Un sistema que predice resultados Un chatbot que responde preguntas Una red ...