Understanding how computer programming works is a critical part of digital literacy for students today. Even students who aren't learning how to code can benefit greatly from knowing how programs work
It has been said that good things come in small packages. Such is the case with Arduino. Using the Arduino programming language, users operate microcontrollers, which are essentially mini-computers th
Computer programming can be intimidating for anyone, particularly a beginner. Making that task a bit easier is Ruby, an open-source programming language that is becoming increasingly popular among mid
Scratch is a unique programming language based in graphical interface, rather than written code, making it more accessible to younger users. It has been widely popular since its introduction in 27. Pr
A $35 minicomputer about the size of a credit card, the Raspberry Pi has taken the world of computing by storm. Originally intended for teaching programming in schools, the device's low price, small s
Determined to teach youthful users of digital devices how to write code, the mysterious programmer Jonathan Gillette wrote an entertaining and informative guide to the programming language Ruby that h
Introduces websites, presents information on the history of the internet, explains the computer programming language known as HTML, and describes how to explore websites using search engines and mobil
Travel back in time to ancient Britain, a region loaded with archaeological finds that have been instrumental in our understanding of the past. This volume explores ancient Britain’s most exciting arc
Dealing with a death in the family is one of the most upsetting things that a young person can face. Whether it is a parent, grandparent, brother, sister, member of the extended family, or pet, this k
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
Readers will get creative with origami, the fascinating Japanese art of paper folding. This high-interest title introduces the history and origin of origami, and prompts readers to put their creative
Looks at the history of Native Americans in the Western United States, focusing on the nineteenth century, beginning with the forced removal of tribes from the South-East to western lands, to the conf
Toys are fun to play with, and they can be even more fun to make! Readers learn to make their own jet gliders, sailboats, sock puppets, and other toys with each turn of the page. Simple, step-by-step
It’s been million of years since dinosaurs walked the Earth, but readers can create their own origami dinosaurs with the help of the detailed instructions waiting for them on each page. Fun facts are
This nonfiction text explains how doctors make our lives better. The tools, technology, and science behind care-giving and healing are introduced with simple text and colorful photographs.
Introduces human papillomavirus infections and genital warts and discusses how they are transmitted, the connction to cervical cancer, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and living with the condition.
This sequential text takes readers throughout a day with firefighters. Supporting details include the tools and technology used to fight fires. A picture-word glossary is included.
Nobody likes a rude dragon! That’s the lesson Ruby learns as she travels with her friends to have a picnic. By following along with Ruby, readers see what it means to be rude, and they also see how to
Sexual trafficking is a pressing issue—and one that doesn’t receive enough attention or discussion. In this groundbreaking title, readers will come face-to-face with the realities of sexual traffickin
Mecha is a popular branch of manga that deals with robots and other machines. Readers will be able to draw their own mecha creations by following clear, step-by-step instructions. Helpful illustration
Digesting a meal takes the body hours! The process begins in the mouth with saliva and moves to the stomach, which is full of acid that outside of the body could do some serious harm. From burping to
Describes various types of dating violence, discussing common characteristics of abusers, ways to cope with the effects of dating violence, and where to find help.
Readers enter the underwater world of extreme submarines with this text, which offers a high-interest take on the career, technology, and engineering curricula in elementary classrooms. Readers learn
Albrecht Dürer was a master of many creative pursuits, including painting, engraving, and printmaking. With an artistic talent that appeared at the age of 13, Dürer began his career as an apprentice a
NASCAR is one of today’s hottest sports. This book gives readers a close an up-close look at everything that makes this sport exciting, competitive, thrilling, and even dangerous. Beginning with NASCA
Artist Lorenzo Pace participated in the civil rights movement and marched with Martin Luther King, Jr. His unique cultural perspective and first-person eyewitness account of the era is made immediate
Descriptive text shows emerging readers interacting with circles on their tablets. Mastery of a shape is shown in a high-tech context, providing opportunities for the teacher to introduce technology.
This descriptive text provides emerging readers with opportunities to learn about a season and an associated vegetable. Art and life science come together when talking about making a face on a Hallowe
This life science title introduces the real world of giraffes to amaze and engage children with nonfiction description. Opportunities abound to compare and contrast within the context of the natural w
