Arcadia Public Library

Text and numerous detailed illustrations introduce and explain the scientific principles and workings of hundreds of machines. Includes new material about digital technology.

Color photographs without text introduce objects of many different textures, such as pretzels, foil, hay, mud, kitten, and bubbles.

This interesting and informative book will explain to young readers what Bluetooth technology is, what problems it solves, and the science that makes it work. This text is enlivened by stories such as why Bluetooth was named after a Viking king and how the technology was based on innovations developed during World War II to prevent the Nazis from jamming the Allies' radio signals. This book includes attractive photographs and diagrams that enrich...

Read along as we dissect, explore, and explain how things do what they do. Complete with exciting diagrams and illustrations, accessible explanations, trivia, and fun features, How Things Work: Inside Out explains cell phones, 3D printers, lava lamps, skyscrapers, and everything in between!

Profiles four cases highlighting medical advances: the 1848 accident of Phineas Gage; the 2003 separation of conjoined twins Mohamed and Ahmed Ibrahim; the creation of arms for Diamond Excell; and the paralysis of actor Christopher Reeve.

"This informative compendium goes beyond the basics of sexual reproduction to examine the diversity of family creation. Using interviews with individuals and families, Rachel Ginocchio breaks down in-vitro fertilization, surrogacy, adoption, and more"--

"Introduces the reader to the science of medical technology."--

3D printing is revolutionizing health care. 3D printers are now used to make low-cost prostheses, replace diseased organs, produce new pharmaceuticals, and create models to guide surgeons through difficult operations. This cutting-edge technology has the potential to make health care more affordable, more personalized, and more available to people around the world.

"Whimsical stick figure guides take readers on a tour of the various ways to fly and how aircraft works in this playful yet extremely informative guide to high-tech machines"--Provided by publisher.