Technologys Child

Benjamin Banneker wasn't just a scientist. He was also an author, astronomer, and mathematician. Young listeners will discover how this self-taught man came to be one of the first important African American intellectuals.

Welcome to the Ocean State! Learn about Rhode Island's history, geography, weather, people, and more in this book that's all about our 13th state.

Johannes Gutenberg wasn't just an inventor. He was also a goldsmith, printer, and publisher. Young listeners will discover how this man found a way to bring information to people near and far.

Is that just a shadow? Or could it be something—or someone—else? This chilling series introduces reluctant listeners to ghost stories from around the world. This startling series is sure to delight ghost lovers! This volume includes Ghosts in Africa, Ghosts in Asia, and Ghosts in Australia.

Stress can make you feel bad. It can be caused by lots of different things. A big test. A fight with a friend. A new experience. But no matter what causes the stress, what’s important is how you deal with it.

Did you know that Hawaii is still being built, even today? Heidi learns all about how Kilauea, the most active volcano in the world, erupts and spills more lava every day, making the island grow! She also gets to visit Mauna Loa, the biggest mountain in the world. What do you think it might be like to visit?

Have you ever visited the Grand Canyon? As one of the world’s seven wonders, millions of people have visited this landmark. Have you ever wondered how it was formed? Learn how the 3 "R"s- Rock, Rivers, & Erosion, have led to the formation of the Grand Canyon and the changes it undergoes in present day.

How do brain impulses translate into a state of mind? This Q & A explores the science of the brain and gives an insight into feelings and abilities.

In this activity, you'll learn how to create a chemical reaction that inflates a balloon.

Nothing is quite as scary as the dead coming back to life. Zombies are fearsome creatures who roam the Earth as the undead. Listen to learn more about where zombies come from—and how they can be stopped.

Sir Isaac Newton is one of history's most renowned scientists. He independently developed the mathematical technique known as Calculus, wrote a treatise on the properties of light and color that is still consulted by scientists, and worked out the mathematical details of the law of gravity.

Join us on a mind-expanding journey through the most fascinating phenomena our universe has to offer! This captivating audiobook collection brings together over 150 verified scientific wonders that will challenge your imagination and transform how you see the world around you.

A nuclear chemist explains what is required to discover a new element.

From the time she was a girl, Jane Goodall dreamed of a life spent working with animals. Finally she had her wish. When she was 26 years old, she ventured into the forests of Africa to observe chimpanzees in the wild. On her expeditions she braved the dangers with leopards and lions in the African bush. And she got to know an amazing group of wild chimpanzees - intelligent animals whose lives, in work and play and family relationships, bear a surprising resemblance to our own.

Born in Poland in 1878, educator, physician, and legendary child advocate Janusz Korczak believed that simply understanding children is the key to being able to take care of them. It's a basic premise too often overlooked. This collection of 100 quotations and passages from Korczak's writings provides valuable advice on how to take care of, respect, and love every child.

Think you know about dinosaurs? Think again! New York Times best-selling and award-winning author Steve Brusatte brings young scientists and listeners everywhere into his world of massive herbivores and fearsome predators, daily unexpected discoveries, and all the new science used to learn about some of the world’s oldest beings.

Former teachers Richard and Judy Dockrey Young bring their frightening performances alive on audio with 14 ghost stories from the American Southwest.

Our generation is growing up in a time where we’re seeing problems that have never existed before. Older tools and technique don’t necessarily work anymore to solve such issues. We need a different approach that builds on the latest developments in science and takes an alternate path to innovation. Now more than ever, it’s time to come together to make a difference in society. A Young Innovator’s Guide to STEM strives to impact students, teachers, and educators to adapt to a new learning style - one that can have a positive impact on society.

When Temple Grandin was born, her parents knew that she was different. It wasn’t until years later that she was diagnosed with autism, a brain disorder that makes communication difficult. Today, Dr. Temple Grandin is a scientist and professor of animal science at Colorado State University. Her career has revolutionized the livestock industry - each year, half the cattle in the United States are handled in cruelty-free facilities she designed. She is also a passionate advocate for autism, using her experience to prove that people with this disorder can have “normal” lives.

Explore the amazing world of animals by listening to "3,000 Animal Fun Facts for Kids and Their Adults." More than 3,000 fascinating facts about animals from all over the world are included in this fascinating book, which is a veritable gold mine of information. This collection of trivia is meant to amuse and inform listeners of all ages, and it offers endless hours of fun and learning. Listeners will go to the depths of the ocean and the magnificent African savannah on an exciting adventure through the animal kingdom.