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When computer programming pioneer Admiral Grace Hopper discovered a moth causing problems in a mechanical computer, the term debugging was born. This book explores how fixing programming and hardware

Minecraft 不只是遊戲，更是一個能動手思考的學習空間。本書從玩家熟悉的遊戲場景出發，介紹 redstone 方塊如何模擬現實世界中的電路與程式邏輯，讓讀者在建造機關與裝置的過程中，逐步理解編碼思維。內容著重於「怎麼想」而非死背指令，鼓勵讀者觀察、嘗試與修正。書中大量運用照片、示意圖與整理圖表，將抽象的程式概念轉化為可視化的操作流程，適合對科技、工程與創作有興趣的孩子閱讀。Introduced in 29, Minecraft™ has become an enormous success with gaming kids and adults. Users love exploring and building within Minecraft’s mind-bogglingly large environments. This game allows users to practice STEM skills while having fun. One of its greatest strengths is its ability to teach coding principles with “redstone” blocks. These blocks can be used to make exciting machines and devices in Minecraft’s virtual world. With this volume, readers will learn the logic and technology behind coding with Minecraft™. Photographs, diagrams, sidebars, and a graphic organizer help reinforce basic coding concepts.Minecraft is a trademark of Mojang (a game development studio owned by Microsoft Technology Corporation), and its use in this book does not imply a recommendation or endorsement of this titl

Do programmers think differently than non-programmers? How do programmers approach problems and create solutions? This book explores several attributes of thinking used by programmers. Important STEM

This detailed guide explores the historical development of algorithms and how they are used as a way of teaching computers to work through problems. Named for Persian mathematician Muhammad ibn Musa a

One of the most dangerous things that can happen to a young user on the Internet is to be contacted by an online predator. This volume explains how to avoid predators and what steps to take if readers

A trip to grandma's house can be filled with fun things to learn. Readers see some of the fun things grandmas can teach their grandchildren when they explore this charming fictional narrative. The eng

Discusses how to do research effectively on the Internet, including picking a search engine, choosing good search terms, finding reliable sources of information, and citing sources.

A boy describes how he learns when he does things with his father in the kitchen, outside, and reading a book together.

A boy describes how he learns when he does things with his mother while shopping, at home, and in the park.

In 1995, computer programmer Yukihiro Matsumoto introduced Ruby programming language to the world. He created a language that used his favorite elements of other languages, but was more object-oriente

Doctors are important community helpers. Readers explore different facets of a doctor’s job—from the people they work with to the things they do to help us feel better when we’re sick. Simple, clear t

Most kids are naturally trusting, but the Internet requires people to be watchful. This title offers kids suggestions on how to protect their identities online and how to avoid those who wish them har

Today’s children are connected to the Internet at an early age. It’s a part of their daily lives, but there are important rules to follow, too. In this title, readers will learn that being online come

When we spend time with our siblings, playtime can also be a time to learn. Young readers follow along as a relatable narrator discovers the things they can learn from their brother and sister. From p

Going to school is a new experience many early readers can relate to. Through this charming fictional narrative, readers discover some of the important things they can learn from their teacher. As the

Light seems like one of the simplest things in the world, but it has been the subject of thousands of years of scientific study. This interesting book offers young readers a wonderful, simple introduc

Discusses what cyberbullying is, why people do it, how to figure out a cyberbully's real identity, building a case against them, getting help, stopping a cyberbully, Internet safety, and not becoming

Discusses how to navigate online social networks safely and effectively, including things to do on them, picking the right one, knowing the rules, setting up a profile, dealing with bullies and predat

A boy and his family celebrate Mother's Day by spending it together and doing special things for mom.

Friends can be teachers, too. Readers discover this by following along as a relatable narrator learns important things from friends, including how to share and how to play a new game. The age-appropri

Big things can come in small packages. That’s definitely true for a seed, which is where a plant’s life begins. Readers will be amazed to learn what’s inside a seed. The text also covers germination,

Oceanographers travel to extreme depths to learn new things about Earth’s oceans. They use science, technology, engineering, and math to study oceans. Readers explore how these common STEM topics are

What do humans need to survive? Are these things available on any other planet? Readers explore our solar system and help search for new planets we could inhabit in this high-interest, informative boo

Describes the parasites that exist on and in the human body and the things that they do to humans, discussing mosquitoes, ticks, mites, the athlete's foot fungus, tapeworms, hookworms, and different t

Without sand, silt, and mud, the rock cycle would not be able to function. This book helps students understand how even the smallest things, like sand, silt, and mud, are essential for Earth’s surviva

Traces the history of Native American relations with people of other origins from their arrival in North America through generations of broken treaties and forced removals to the current situation.

Traces the history of people with disabilities from the discrimination they endured during much of history through the earliest efforts at change to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the

Traces the history of Native American relations with people of other origins from their arrival in North America through generations of broken treaties and forced removals to the current situation.

Do you know what a group of islands is called? It’s an archipelago! This book explores islands in all their forms, with a focus on Next Generation Science Standards. Readers learn how islands and arch

We share the planet with millions of plants and animals. Sometimes human behavior can harm them. This title introduces readers to the plants and animals that are now classified as threatened, endanger

Presents the life of the Apache warrior, including his early life on his father's farm, his first contact with nonnatives, his resentment of reservations, and his death.

Presents the life of the first computer programmer, including her parentage, her strict upbringing, and her work with Charles Babbage.

Presents the life of the man who invented the World Wide Web, including his childhood, his early career, and how he came up with the idea of hyperlinks.

Shares the life of the Pakistani activist, including her relationship with her family, her life under Taliban rule, the Taliban attack that nearly killed her, and her work in education advocacy.

Discusses attributes of plants that have thorns, prines, and prickles with examples of plants like cactus and thistle.

Explores the life of Andrew Jackson, including his childhood on the frontier, how he got involved with politics, and his treatment of Native Americans during his presidency.

What’s the difference between an asteroid and a planet? Scientists struggled with this question for many years with regard to Ceres. Today, it’s called a “dwarf planet” and because of the Dawn Probe,

Discusses attributes of poisonous plants like associated symptoms, species survival, and defense mechanisms with examples of plants like poison ivy and the devil's trumpet.

Chronicles the life and times of the Powhatan woman who interacted with the Jamestown Settlement and later traveled to England.