It's a common word to hear these days—crowdfunding. Websites such as Kickstarter and Patreon are bringing businesses and creators together with donators and investors. This guide explains the basics o
The digital age has brought with it new and exciting ways to communicate with others. Vlogs—that is, video blogs—educate, entertain, and persuade viewers the world over. This title teaches readers how
Though kites have been around for centuries, only recently have they been used for surfing and snowboarding, creating the exhilarating new sports of kiteboarding and snowkiting. Kiters experiment with
One of the most popular and exciting water sports in the world, surfing has a rich history dating back to at least the eighteenth century. The International Surfing Association estimates there are mor
Enthusiasts who want something less conventional than traditional skateboarding might look into two other related sports: street luge and dirtboarding. This book explores these two offshoots of skatin
Pairing the extreme risk taker with some of nature’s most remarkable—and challenging—formations, the sports of rock and ice climbing demand much of those who dare to attempt them. But for those with t
Nothing could be plainer than the nose on your face (and the mouth below it), but the mouth and nose have big, important jobs to do. Their work is not as simple as a quick sniff or nibble of pizza mak
We are so used to Earth and its wonders that sometimes it is hard to remember that it is just one of the millions of planets scattered throughout the universe. In this heavily illustrated volume, stud
YouTube is one of the biggest websites on the internet. This video powerhouse provides entertainment, information, and education to millions of viewers. This clear, complete guide shows readers how to
In March 211, a massive earthquake hit Japan and triggered a powerful tsunami. Claiming more than 15, lives, destroying thousands of homes, and wiping out infrastructure, the event was one of the wors
Internet users can find it difficult to keep up on the ever-changing laws, issues, and challenges that affect their media experience. In clear, easy-to-grasp language, this guide explains the basic wo
Today, whether it’s banks, governments, schools, or businesses, they all store data digitally. Keeping our personal details off the internet is nearly impossible. While it’s difficult to avoid having
In a series of fun and involving hands-on biology experiments, kids learn how dinosaurs are their food without grinding their teeth, how elephants use their ears to cool their bodies, why hummingbirds
Shares science experiments that can be done at home that explain such chemistry concepts as the shape of atoms, the structure of molecules, and surface tension.
