Mathematics of Discrete Structures for Computer Science

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The newest addition to the wildly successful Big Fat Notebook series, with 3.99 million copies in print: a lively, information-packed, and fully illustrated guide to Computer Science and Coding for mi

Discrete mathematics is fundamental to computer science, and this text covers its ideas and mathematical language. Features counting and listing, functions, decision trees and recursion, and basic con

This undergraduate-level describes the mathematics most needed in computer science. Bender and Williamson (both mathematics, U. of California, San Diego) cover Boolean functions and computer arithmeti

From astronomy to zoology--500 amazing science facts for kids ages 9 to 12 Do you love dinosaurs and dolphins, mountains and meteors? The Fascinating Science Book for Kids has it all This fun facts book for kids includes 500 stupendous science facts that offer hours of learning for ages 9 to 12. Alongside full-color pictures on every page, you'll find weird and wonderful facts about topics like prehistoric life, the deep sea, weather, minerals, the human body, the solar system--and even your own backyard In this engaging book of facts for kids, you'll learn things like: Scientists have evidence that sometimes tiny diamonds fall from the sky on NEPTUNE. The GIANT SQUID has a brain shaped like a donut. Some BACTERIA species generate electricity when they breathe and can even power a battery. When you're looking for kids science books, The Fascinating Science Book for Kids is the perfect choice for both fun and learning.

Many books explain what is known about the universe. This book investigates what cannot be known. Rather than exploring the amazing facts that science, mathematics, and r

From the creators of Scratch comes ScratchJr, a programming language designed for young children (ages 5-7).The ScratchJr Book is the perfect addition to the free app and makes coding and computer science easy and fun for all ages!In The ScratchJr Book, kids learn by playing with programming blocks and building their own animated collages, interactive stories, and playable games.Thirty step-by-step activities help kids develop computational thinking, problem-solving, and design skills. Each chapter has several smaller activities that build on one other, culminating with a fun, final project. By the end of the book kids and parents will be ready for all sorts of new programming adventures.Each activity includes:step-by-step, easy-to-follow directionsliteracy and math connectiontips for grown ups and teachers creative challenges to explore and grow!

Well-written and accessible, this classic introduction to stochastic processes and related mathematics is appropriate for advanced undergraduate students of mathematics with a knowledge of calculus an

The multimillion-copy Paint by Sticker series meets stunning architecture from around the world. Paint by Sticker: Architecture contains everything you need to create 12 totally unique polygon paintings of famous buildings and structures--simply find a sticker (for example, A1), place the sticker in the spot labeled A1 on the corresponding sticker map, and watch your art come to life, sticker by colorful sticker. Create the signature curves of the Sydney Opera House; the impressive spindle-shaped towers of Barcelona's La Sagrada Fam璱ia; the iconic blocklike facade of Habitat 67 in Canada; and more. Plus the card-stock pages are perforated, so every finished piece can be easily removed for gifting or display.

Plug in to the often mind-blowing world of artificial intelligence.How can a machine write a story? Are computers now cleverer than people? Could a robot do your shopping? Discover all the things that artificial intelligence can already do (and the things it can't).- Packed full of flaps to lift- Explores the opportunities - and risks - that AI could bring- Written in consultation with Professor Michael Wooldridge, from Oxford University's Department of Computer Science- Part of Usborne's See Inside Series which contains over 50 books, covering everything from space to Ancient Greece, the human body and evolution

It's time for the first science lab, and nobody can agree on an experiment. But why pick just one when Bear is around? Bears makes the best science buddies, and Bear proves it by helping each group us

A picture book biography of Ada Lovelace, the woman recognized today as history’s first computer programmer—she imagined them 100 years before they existed!In the early nineteenth century lived Ada By

What exactly is a computer? How does it work? What is it made of? Learn all this and more with Ruby!In Ruby's world anything is possible if you put your mind to it—even fixing her father's broken comp

An exciting book for all middle schoolers (6th-8th grade) who wish they had taken better notes in science class or just want to jump to the head of the class. Each Big Fat Notebook is like getting to

Emerging readers will love this Level 3 Ready-to-Read value pack of six Science of Fun Stuff books for the price of four! For an added bonus, take a peek inside for tips to help your child become a re

In 1859, German mathematician Bernhard Riemann presented a paper to the Berlin Academy that would forever change mathematics. The subject was the mystery of prime numbers. At the heart of the presenta

Social Networking for Seniors in Easy Steps starts with a simple explanation of the concept of social networking and what one can do with their computer to take advantage of this phenomenon. This stra

Unlock Pathway Codes, Reshape Cancer FightProfessor BENJAMIN YAT-MING YUNG, former Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at Chang Gung University College of Medicine, draws on forty years of accumulated research on NPM1/B23 to present the world's first network model of cancer drug resistance and recurrence pathways.This book breaks free from traditional therapy frameworks, delving into the four major characteristics of cancer to reveal the core pathogenesis of nucleolar imbalance and analyze the regulatory mechanisms of seven key pathway categories. The breakthrough QGCT® deconstructs personalized dysregulated pathways for patients, while providing pathway-based supplement applications and clinical solutions.More than just a popular science introduction to cancer knowledge, it offers patients new directions in precision treatment and provides scientific prevention strategies for health-conscious individuals. By integrating cutting-edge science with personalized care, it transform

This stylish book presents the human body from head to toe, with clever infographics and fun facts.Did you know that our tongues have between 3,000 and 10,000 taste buds? Or that the human eye can detect over 10 million colors? Or that the middle fingernail grows the fastest, especially during the warmer months?Heat to Toe is the first book in a visually stunning infographics series that shows just how fascinating scientific information can be! It presents a collection of weird and wonderful facts about the human body with fun and stylish artwork that will captivate and delight readers.A COLLECTION OF THE WEIRDEST AND MOST WONDERFUL FACTS: Starting at the top of the human body and moving all the way down to the bottom.GIFT APPEAL: The bold artwork and infographic design paired with easy-to-understand text makes this a perfect gift for both design and science lovers!FULL STEAM AHEAD: Perfect for any kid interested in science and human biology.Perfect for:Gift-givers looking for science

從萊特兄弟的飛行夢，到愛迪生的燈泡實驗，本書用漫畫方式講述科學史上重要發明的誕生故事，還介紹了幾位令人驚艷的兒童發明家。每則故事都帶出創新背後的努力與挑戰，讓孩子理解失敗與嘗試同樣是通往成功的關鍵一環。由 Paul Mason 撰文、Jess Bradley 插畫，並由資深科學教育者 Peter Riley 審訂，內容兼顧知識性與趣味性。書中另設有重點解析頁，幫助讀者更深入了解發明原理與科學概念。An entertaining collection of comic strip stories uncovering the stories around some incredible inventions. Discover how the Wright Brothers got into flying planes, the science behind the lightbulb, some incredible child inventors and more. This book is sure to entertain children, while giving them an insight into the many challenges and rivalries behind scientific achievements and how scientists learn from mistakes.It is produced by the same team as Comic Strip Science with hilarious comic strips illustrated by award-winning artist Jess Bradley and written by Paul Mason, who is well known for making science learning fun. Key science concepts are pulled out in more depth in feature spreads. The book has a specialist text consulant, science educator Peter Riley.Comic Strip Science Adventure

Created by a teacher, Bob Books have been helping children learn to read for more than forty years! This set gives children who are just beginning to read practice with their early phonics skills, setting them up for success on their reading journeys!With playful stories, silly illustrations, and a phonics approach based on Science of Reading research, Bob Books keep young readers'' confidence high, leading to continued success and a love of reading. Your child will soon join the millions of happy kids who say, "I read the whole book!"®Science of Reading research proves that mastering phonics is key to a child''s success in learning to read. Like all Stage 1 Bob Books, these 12 storybooks feature simple words with consistent short vowel sounds. Early readers get lots of practice with foundational phonics skills while giggling at the playful stories and pictures!This set is perfect for children who have never read Bob Books, or for children who have read Bob Books Beginning Readers or B

本書以漫畫形式呈現恐龍發現的關鍵歷史與趣聞：從瑪麗‧安寧在海岸撿到的第一塊化石，到美國古生物學家間轟轟烈烈的「化石大戰」，甚至還有恐龍「Sue」名字的由來。由 Paul Mason 編寫、Jess Bradley 繪圖，內容充滿趣味，卻也具備科學深度，並由古生物學家 Dr Dave Hone 擔任顧問審定。除了漫畫劇情，每章節還設有專題頁，補充恐龍與化石研究的核心知識，讓孩子在笑聲中學會觀察與批判性思考。適合7歲以上對恐龍好奇的孩子閱讀。An entertaining collection uncovering the stories of dinosaur discoveries told in comic strips.Discover the story of Mary Anning, why there is a dinosaur called Sue, what the Bone Wars were and much more. This book is sure to entertain children, while giving them an insight into the many challenges and rivalries behind scientific achievements and how scientists learn from mistakes. It is produced by the same team as Comic Strip Science with hilarious comic strips illustrated by award-winning artist Jess Bradley and written by Paul Mason, who is well known for making science learning fun. Key science concepts are pulled out in more depth in feature spreads. The book has a specialist text consulant, paleontologist Dr Dave Hone.Comic Strip Science Adventures is a series o

This jam-packed collection of fun and simple science experiments for kids is perfect for the classroom or home. Stir up some sticky slime, build a solar system with rubber bands, power a speed boat using soap, and construct an erupting volcano, all with Home Activity Lab, which offers exciting experiments for budding scientists. Including a foreword by Professor Robert Winston, this stunning book includes 28 brilliant science projects using simple step-by-step instructions, everyday ingredients that can be found around the house, and amazing photography to guide you from start to finish. Each experiment describes the science behind the project, highlighting STEM facts with STEM icons pointing out the key science, technology, engineering, and math learning involved in each project. "Take it further" panels encourage young readers to experiment and take their projects to the next level, developing their independence, initiative, and creative thinking skills. Perfect for budding scientist

Award-winning writer, columnist, and journalists Carl Zimmer selects twenty science and nature essays that represent the best examples of the form published in 2022.A collection of the best science and nature articles written in 2022, selected by guest editor Carl Zimmer and series editor Jaime Green.

Lively illustrations by well-known artist and illustrator Kaley McKeanSupports science teaching in schoolsFirst in an exciting, bright new series of lift-the-flap books - 'How It Works'An ILLUMINATING introduction to the science of lightLift the flaps to discover what light is, where it comes from and how it works, from rainbows and reflections to lightyears and lasers. Then see light in action for yourself by trying out some simple home experiments.

'Joins the dots in a neglected narrative of female scientists, visionaries and code-breakers'ObserverHow is artificial intelligence changing the way we live and love? Now with a new chapter, this is the eye-opening book fromSunday Timesbestselling author Jeanette Winterson.Drawing on her years of thinking and reading about AI, Jeanette Winterson looks to history, religion, myth, literature, politics and, of course, computer science to help us understand the radical changes to the way we live and love that are happening now.With wit, compassion and curiosity, Winterson tackles AI's most interesting talking points - from the weirdness of backing up your brain and the connections between humans and non-human helpers to whether it's time to leave planet Earth.'Very funny... A kind of comparative mythology, where the hype and ideology of cutting-edge tech is read through the lens of far older stories'Spectator'Refreshingly optimistic'Guardian

A visually stimulating practice book to accompany English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Practice Book is a clearly structured and beautifully illustrated workbook for children ages 6-9, which offers extra practice for those beginning their journey of learning English as a foreign language. Following the same unit-by-unit structure as English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course, this workbook provides your child with all the support they need to build their confidence when using the language skills they have learned in the course book. Featuring hundreds of exercises, this practice book tests all the vocabulary and grammar structures taught within English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course, making use of a range of both familiar and new exercise mechanisms. Although best used to accompany English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course, this practice book can also be used independently by children or teachers who are in need of addi

A STEM-focused addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling She Persisted series!Throughout history, women have been told that science isn’t for them. They’ve been told that they’re not smart enough, or that their brains just aren’t able to handle it. In this book, Chelsea Clinton introduces readers to women scientists who didn’t listen to those who told them “no” and who used their smarts, their skills and their persistence to discover, invent, create and explain.She Persisted in Science is for everyone who’s ever had questions about the world around them or the way things work, and who won’t give up until they find their answers.With engaging artwork by Alexandra Boiger accompanying the inspiring text, this is a book that shows readers that everyone has the potential to make a difference, and that women in science change our world.This book features: Florence Nightingale, Rebecca Lee Crumpler, Ynes Enriquetta Julietta Mexia, Grace Hopper, Rosalind Franklin, Gladys West, Jane Goodall

field guide for dinosaurs - for kids (cool facts + pictures and interactive activities) Kids who like dinosaur books like Dinosaurs, National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs, The Big Book of Dinosaurs, and The Dinosaur Book will love Dino Dana: A Field Guide into Adventure and Science.' Dino Dana is the first Amazon Prime TV show with a female lead who comes from a a biracial family.

This lively introduction to the fascinating world of science explores the different kinds of science, what scientists do, and the amazing things that scientists study: animals and plants; oceans and s

It’s mayhem at the science fair! A squishy goo monster is a challenge for the Princess in Black — but luckily some science-loving princesses are on hand to help.Princess Magnolia is excited. Excited a

探討如何將電腦科學中的演算法原理應用到日常生活與人類決策中。作者結合心理學、認知科學與計算機科學，說明演算法不僅是電腦解題的工具，更是我們在面對生活難題時可借鑑的思考模型。本書涵蓋多種實用議題，透過演算法的視角來處理生活中的決策與權衡，例如：➤最佳停下時機（Optimal Stopping）：如何判斷在眾多選項中何時停止尋找並做出決定，如招聘或約會。➤探索與利用的平衡（Explore-Exploit Trade-off）：何時探索新機會，何時利用已知資源。➤排序與組織：提升查找效率的策略。➤快取管理：如何在有限記憶空間中有效保留重要資訊。➤工作排程與切換成本：如何管理多任務與優先順序。➤貝氏定理（Bayes's Rule）：結合先驗知識與新資訊做出推論。➤放寬問題限制：在無解或計算困難的情況下，尋求「夠好」的近似解。➤隨機性與資源管理：利用隨機策略在不確定環境下取得良好結果。➤網絡與遊戲理論：理解互動系統與多方利益的決策動態。書中強調，雖然演算法能為複雜問題提供指導，但現實生活中決策仍存在不確定性和失敗風險。重要的是採用合理的策略來面對時間與資源限制，並學習在不完美中作出最佳抉擇。該書還指出，人類在面對計算難題時，常能透過直覺和簡化模型達成驚人的表現。此書獲得廣泛好評，被譽為一本能讓人重新認識「演算法」不僅屬於科技領域，更是生活智慧的指導手冊。A fascinating exploration of how computer algorithms can be applied to our everyday lives. What should we do, or leave undone, in a day or a lifetime? Exploring how insights from computer algorithms can be applied to our everyday lives, 'Algorithms To Live By' helps to solve common decision-making problems and illuminate the workings of the human mind. When should you switch between different tasks, and how many tas

Fact-filled, fun-filled, as interesting to parents as it is to kids, the How Come? series is the trusted source for lively, clear answers to kids’ science queries. Now the best questions and answers f

How to Score reveals the secret science that lies behind "the beautiful game."? From international team formations to the psychology of the pitch and the changing room, Ken Bray describes the influenc

Fabulous flap book that demonstrates basic scientific ideas in a simple and engaging way.Each double page shows key ideas from a different branch of science, including astronomy, ecology, chemistry an

Equal parts Sapiens, Behave, and Superintelligence, but wholly original in scope, A Brief History of Intelligence offers a paradigm shift for how we understand neuroscience and AI. Artificial intelligence entrepreneur Max Bennett chronicles the five "breakthroughs" in the evolution of human intelligence and reveals what brains of the past can tell us about the AI of tomorrow. In the last decade, capabilities of artificial intelligence that had long been the realm of science fiction have, for the first time, become our reality. AI is now able to produce original art, identify tumors in pictures, and even steer our cars. And yet, large gaps remain in what modern AI systems can achieve--indeed, human brains still easily perform intellectual feats that we can't replicate in AI systems. How is it possible that AI can beat a grandmaster at chess but can't effectively load a dishwasher? As AI entrepreneur Max Bennett compellingly argues, finding the answer requires diving into the billion-yea

"Savage probes limitless space in this beautiful and philosophical story. Seamlessly blending scientific exploration with a great adventure full of humour, this is a brilliant picture book." - The Bookseller"send(s) a subtle yet potent message that science and space exploration are for everyone. Clever, funny, and worth discussing." - STARRED Kirkus ReviewJoin Chloe Savage -winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2024: Best Illustrated Book- on ajourney across the cosmoswith Commander Julia, her team of Astro scientists and her trusty dog, Khan, as they search for life in the stars. Travelling for ten years in their packed spaceship, they visit countless moons and planets of every size and colour, searching for the answer to the greatest question of all:"Are we alone?"And, just as they’re about to give up … Khan leads them to an incredible discovery - the existence of a (friendly!) alien race. Getting to know this welcoming species calls into question everything these space exp

A human body book with a twist – discover the science behind the weird and unusual stuff our bodies can do from Dr Azmain Chowdhury, with illustrations from Daniel Nelson.You know your heart is always beating, your intestines digest your food, and even that your brain is still awake when you’re asleep – that’s no mystery. But why do we get "brain freeze" if we eat ice cream too quickly? And why on earth do we get butterflies in our stomach when we’re nervous? And is it true we can squirt milk from our eyes?!This book focuses on the bizarre things all of our bodies do – including things we don’t understand (looking at you, appendix). Dr Azmain also asks the burning medical questions we’ve all been wondering about:Why does coriander taste like soap to some people? How long can we stay awake for? Can our hearts actually break after a romantic break-up? (Asking for a friend).Filled with gross, surprising, and downright terrifying facts, it’s bloated with cool science to impress your friend

AnEaterBest Food Book of 2023ASmithsonianBest Food Book of 2023From theNew York Times-bestselling author ofCodandSalt, a delectable look at the cultural, historical, and gastronomical layers of one of the world's most beloved culinary staples-featuring original illustrations and recipes from around the world.As Julia Child once said, “It is hard to imagine a civilization without onions.”Historically, she's been right-and not just in the kitchen. Flourishing in just about every climate and culture around the world, onions have provided the essential basis not only for sautés, stews, and sauces, but for medicines, metaphors, and folklore. Now they're Kurlansky's most flavorful infatuation yet as he sets out to explore how and why the crop reigns from Italy to India and everywhere in between.Featuring historical images and his own pen-and-ink drawings, Kurlansky begins with the science and history of the only sulfuric acid–spewing plant, then digs through its twenty varieties and the cult

Packed with incredible photos, tons of fun facts, activities, exclusive National Geographic Explorer interviews, and fascinating features about animals, science, nature, and more!Kids who want to know everything about everything need theNational Geographic Kids Almanac! The latest edition of this internationally best-selling almanac features tons of UPDATED and NEW content, including new species discoveries, cutting-edge nature and space information, all-new games and jokes, and more! Practical reference material, including fast facts and maps of every country, has been fully updated. Homework help on key topics is sprinkled throughout the book. This is a must-have book for curious kids!