Frank Carlson Library

Mining can be a dirty and dangerous business. Some mines are difficult, if not impossible, for humans to reach. Enter our ever-evolving world of robotics. They help clean up mining disasters, drill into the ocean floor, and more. Young readers will "dig" the informational text, intriguing facts, and full-color images. A "Words to Know" feature helps students master new vocabulary. Mining Robots includes an activity that shows readers how to make their...

Updated for 2020, Intermediate readers discover the different ways plants reproduce.

From the wood and canvas biplanes of World War One to the latest vertical takeoff stealth fighters and pilotless drones of the world's air forces, twelve dioramic scenes reveal how combat aircraft have gradually become the sophisticated stealth machines of today.

A look at some of the most amazing elevators in the world. Addresses the obstacles of construction, the impact on society, and the science of engineering such superstructures.

Action Packed Photos Of Big Construction Machines Working Will Keep Children Engaged As The Learn About The Different Tasks Different Machines Can Do.

Please note: ***This is a Beginner's Basic Guide to Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Automation***Technology has advanced significantly since inception, allowing developers and researchers to integrate AI programming and robotics into things you probably already use in your daily life. Our entire society is at a major turning point in terms of how we think about work, career advancement, and income-earning potential. As technology continues to...

Wedges were some of the first tools humans ever created! Today, these simple machines are found all around, from doorstops to our own front teeth. Diagrams and simple text explain how wedges work, while experiments allow readers test the machines for themselves. Move through the history of wedges, from hand axes to handsaws, in this fascinating title for beginning readers.

Each book in this series focuses on a type of simple mechanism and examines how it is used to make different toys work. This book examines ramps and wedges, and uses simple language and labeled photographs to explain the scientific principles behind their use.

In Simple Machines: Inclined Plane, young learners in grades 1–3 will explore what an inclined plane is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1–3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks much easier....

It is most logical for young coders to learn about Boolean algebra! This interactive book introduces readers to the concept of logic, which lies at the heart of coding. They'll learn about "if" and "until" clauses, arithmetic functions, and decision-making. Budding coders will engage with these crucial topics through fun puzzles and games, and adorable robot illustrations draw in even readers who are reluctant to learn coding. This completely computer-free...