Daniel R Faust
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, have applications that impact many aspects of people's lives. Since Amazon announced it would start using drones in its daily operations, all eyes have been on the growing commercial drones market. Readers will learn the interesting facts and figures about commercial drones, including how this technology works and how it's used. Science, engineering, and technology topics support elementary STEM concepts....
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Can robots save lives? Medical robots save lives every day, and they're sure to save more as their technology advances. This book describes the amazing work done by medical robots, from surgical robots to nano-robots. Readers will learn about the medical breakthroughs performed by robots, the latest models, and the future of robots in medicine. Accessible descriptions of how medical robots work will engage readers and give them a deep understanding...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Most products we use every day were made using manufacturing robots. Readers will be surprised to hear how common and important robots are in the manufacturing world. This book covers the history of manufacturing robots, as well as the newest robots that are used today.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Robots aren't just made for sci-fi thrillers, they're on the real frontlines. Military and police use robots to perform operations that are impossible or too dangerous for humans to do. Readers will enjoy this in-depth look into the world of military and police robots, from their history to the newest technology available. How can robots help police? How will robots be used in the future? This volume addresses these questions and more through easy...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
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Description
"Robotic technology has taken to the skies with the rising use of drones, which are used for entertainment, surveillance, and commercial reasons, among others. This book introduces readers to the history and future of flying robots. Readers will learn about the newest flying robot models and the technology behind them"--Amazon.com.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The Industrial Revolution changed the way we work, shop, and live our lives. But what made it all happen? Explore the revolution that changed the world with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid comprehension. It's...
8) World War I
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
World War I reshaped the world as we knew it and laid the groundwork for the second world war. But how did the fighting start? And what brought about its end? Explore this war that redrew the world map with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes checking...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
For years, colonial rule shaped and reshaped many countries across the Americas, Asia, and Africa. The huge rush of decolonization after the second world war was equally impactful. Dive into this important history with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end...
10) The Vietnam War
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The Vietnam War was a battle over how the country would move forward after French colonial rule. So, how did an internal conflict within this country become the center of a global battle? Learn all about this proxy war with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible, and a recap at the end promotes...
11) Drones in Space
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
One of the main advantages of drones is that they can be used in situations that are too dangerous for humans. Space is probably the most dangerous environment where men and women work, so it's only natural to use drones for space exploration. This far-out volume looks at the different kinds of drones used to explore other planets over the years, as well as new technology being developed for the future. This high-interest STEM topic is presented with...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Everything in the universe is on the move! Motion plays a big part in our world, even when we cannot see or feel it. Young readers will discover the laws of motion and learn how they affect everything we do. From the action of sports to the thrill of amusement park rides and from the movement of the planets to the motion of the waves, students will learn why things speed up, slow down, change direction, or stop. This book introduces the revolutionary...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
People have used caves for shelter, tombs, and religious sites for thousands of years. Despite this familiarity, caves still hold a sense of mystery and danger. This survey dives deep beneath Earth's surface to explore how the world's largest caves formed, as well as what caves can teach us about Earth's past and the forces that are shaping our planet's future. Age-appropriate text with a strong STEM focus is supported by full-color photographs and...
14) Kung Fu
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Kung fu is an exciting and popular form of martial arts. Like all martial arts, kung fu not only teaches self-defense, it also teaches confidence, concentration, and physical fitness. People have practiced kung fu for thousands of years, during which numerous styles and techniques have developed. This volume looks at the history of kung fu, from ancient China to the modern dojo. Fact boxes highlight key exercises, equipment, and important figures...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Drones are becoming more common every day. While flying drones can be fun, many law enforcement agencies and militaries around the world use drones for important and dangerous missions. This book explores the different kinds of drones used by the police and military, as well as the different kinds of missions they perform. Sidebars, graphic organizers, and full-color photographs support grade-appropriate text that will appeal to developing and independent...
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
With our use of technology increasing every day, it's not surprising that our need for cybersecurity experts is also growing. In this informative text, readers will learn about why we need cybersecurity and what these security experts do to keep sensitive digital information safe. Students are introduced to the concept of computational thinking, as well as STEM concepts addressed in the Next Generation Science Standards. Informational diagrams and...
17) World War II
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Still reeling from the devastation from World War I, nobody wanted to face another global battle. But it was the groundwork laid at the end of the first war that set the stage for World War II. Learn about the war that tore the world apart for a second time with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make...
18) The Cold War
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Almost as soon as the dust settled on World War II, the Cold War scorched with a different kind of intensity. But what were the United States and Soviet Union facing off about? And if they didn't use traditional weapons of war, what did they bring to the battle? Explore the ideological fight that could have destroyed the world with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students and text written at...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Did people in the Middle Ages really believe the Earth was flat? Was Columbus the first European to reach the New World? Were European explorers really treated like gods by the indigenous peoples they encountered? You probably think you know the answers to these questions, but sometimes textbooks don't tell the whole truth. This book takes a deep dive into the Age of Exploration, separating myth from reality. Grade-appropriate text is supported by...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Stories of the American West have been a source of excitement and entertainment for more than 100 years. Novels, movies, and television shows have all drawn upon the Wild West for inspiration. But was the Wild West truly that wild? Were there gun-toting outlaws hiding behind every corner? Were white settlers and Native American tribes constantly at war? This book looks at some of the myths, legends, and tall tales surrounding the Wild West and attempts...