Technologys Child

A life in the wild! Jane Goodall, born in London, England, always loved animals and wanted to study them in their natural habitats. So at age 26, off she went to Africa! Goodall's up-close observations of chimpanzees changed what we know about them and paved the way for many female scientists who came after her. Now her story comes to life in this biography.

A quick tour of amazing man-made structures in China, Europe, and West Asia.

When Thomas Edison was a boy, he loved performing experiments and coming up with new inventions. His curiosity sometimes got him in trouble, though, like when he accidentally burned down his dad’s barn! By the time he turned 12, he had found ways to make a living by learning how to print newspapers and send telegraphs in Detroit, Michigan. Imagine what he did as an adult!

Have you ever wondered how war machines were created? Or the origin of beauty salons? Or maybe even how rubber is used in tires, and rubber shoes? Learn more about these renowned inventors and how their inventions helped shape modern life into the way we know it now!

The globetrotting naturalists of the 18th century were the geeks of their day: innovators and explorers who lived at the intersection of science and commerce. Foremost among them was Carl Linnaeus, a radical thinker who revolutionized biology. In What Linnaeus Saw, Karen Magnuson Beil chronicles Linnaeus's life and career in readable, relatable prose.

The second brightest object in the sky, after the moon is Venus. It's also the only planet named after a woman. Learn more about bright, beautiful Venus, named for the Roman goddess of love and beauty.

This book is an action-packed adventure that takes readers on a journey through the world of technology and crime-solving. The story follows Alexis, a young girl hacker with a love for Japanese snacks, and her best friend Tania as they navigate the challenging world of cybercrime in their hometown of Hilo, Hawaii. Together, they solve a series of complex and thrilling cases that require their expertise in technology and quick thinking to unravel. As the duo delves deeper into the world of cybercrime, they encounter a range of obstacles and challenges. They must navigate complex digital ...

Despite a mountain of evidence, some people still don't believe that climate change is occurring. Why is that? Find out in this insightful Q & A.

Explore the life and achievements of Rachel Carson, a ground-breaking scientist who worked to protect the Earth.

Anna must wake up late and struggle to keep warm outside so she can watch a meteor shower.

Sam's mother shows him how the primary colors of light and the primary colors of pigment are different with a series of ingenious experiments.

Learn about the history of the Printing Press with iMindsJNR audio-learning series for younger minds.

Alongside the invention of the wheel, electric light and the internet, the invention of the printing press was one of history’s great, transformative moments.

Nikola Tesla was a scientist and inventor in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Among his many inventions and experiments, he helped create the modern electricity system. Learn more about Tesla's life as a famous inventor!

Matter introduce young scientists to the basics of matter! This nonfiction book introduces listeners to the basics of physical matter, including information on the states of matter.

Artificial replacement joints have to be tough and extra smooth. That’s why doctors use replacement joints made with the same long-lasting and strong stuff as sapphires and rubies, a natural mineral called alumina. Learn more about why this gemstone is perfect for making new joints!

In 1947, an unidentified object crashed into the ground in Roswell, New Mexico. Was it an alien spacecraft, or something else? Learn more about this possible alien sighting.

The only planet to support life, Earth has a lot going for it. Think you know everything there is to know about our home planet? Think again. Discover more about the blue planet we call home.

Have you ever wondered how your body grows? Learn about how your cells and DNA help your bones and body grow into a healthy adult. See how our bodies grow the way that they do and how they know when to stop!

What comes to mind with you think of fungi? Is it mushrooms, or perhaps mildew? Mold and yeast are fungi, too! Learn all about how fungi reproduce with spores, and how their bodies are made up of mycelium!

Have you ever wondered how the Hoover Dam was built? Follow along as the Colorado River itself tells you its story! A lot of work went into the construction of this giant dam, but it was worth it—we now have Lake Mead and a way of converting the river’s energy into electricity!