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Bestsellers
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Bomb
- The Race to Build - and Steal - the World's Most Dangerous Weapon
- By: Steve Sheinkin
- Narrated by: Roy Roy Samuelson
- Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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In December of 1938, a chemist in a German laboratory made a shocking discovery: When placed next to radioactive material, a Uranium atom split in two. That simple discovery launched a scientific race that spanned three continents....
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Clear and Concise History of the First Bomb
- By Chrissie on 10-18-13
By: Steve Sheinkin
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Accidental Inventions That Changed Our World
- Fascinating Origins of Inventions to Inspire Young Readers (Epic Stories for Kids and Families)
- By: Riddleland
- Narrated by: Anthony J Santora
- Length: 3 hrs and 4 mins
- Unabridged
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Accidents happen. Sometimes that’s a good thing. Did you realize cheese puffs, Coca-Cola, Bubble Wrap, and the Post-it note were all invented by accident? This audiobook covers fascinating origin stories of 60 everyday items that were invented by accident....
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Such a fun audio!
- By M. Townsend on 04-25-24
By: Riddleland
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Piece by Piece
- How I Built My Life (No Instructions Required)
- By: David Aguilar, Ferran Aguilar, Lawrence Schimel - translator
- Narrated by: Fabio Tassone
- Length: 5 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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The heartfelt and funny memoir of a boy who built himself a prosthetic arm out of the world-famous toy bricks....
By: David Aguilar, and others
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Who Were the Wright Brothers?
- By: James Buckley, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Johnny Heller
- Length: 56 mins
- Unabridged
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As young boys, Orville and Wilbur Wright loved all things mechanical. As adults, the brothers worked together to invent, build, and fly the world's first successful airplane. This is the fascinating story of the two inventors and aviation pioneers....
By: James Buckley, and others
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Isaac the Alchemist
- Secrets of Isaac Newton, Reveal'd
- By: Mary Losure
- Narrated by: Steven Crossley
- Length: 2 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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Before Isaac Newton became the father of physics or a leader of the scientific revolution, he was a boy living in an apothecary's house, observing and experimenting....
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Excellent! Very informative and fun!
- By Puppy on 07-08-17
By: Mary Losure
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Raymond Arroyo's Turnabout Tales Audio Set
- Thomas Alva Edison and Tad Lincoln
- By: Raymond Arroyo
- Narrated by: Raymond Arroyo
- Length: 55 mins
- Unabridged
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Turnabout Tales 2 Book Audio Set includes The Unexpected Light of Thomas Alva Edison and The Magnificent Mischief of Tad Lincoln, both read by author and news anchor Raymond Arroyo....
By: Raymond Arroyo
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Bomb
- The Race to Build - and Steal - the World's Most Dangerous Weapon
- By: Steve Sheinkin
- Narrated by: Roy Roy Samuelson
- Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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In December of 1938, a chemist in a German laboratory made a shocking discovery: When placed next to radioactive material, a Uranium atom split in two. That simple discovery launched a scientific race that spanned three continents....
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Clear and Concise History of the First Bomb
- By Chrissie on 10-18-13
By: Steve Sheinkin
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Accidental Inventions That Changed Our World
- Fascinating Origins of Inventions to Inspire Young Readers (Epic Stories for Kids and Families)
- By: Riddleland
- Narrated by: Anthony J Santora
- Length: 3 hrs and 4 mins
- Unabridged
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Accidents happen. Sometimes that’s a good thing. Did you realize cheese puffs, Coca-Cola, Bubble Wrap, and the Post-it note were all invented by accident? This audiobook covers fascinating origin stories of 60 everyday items that were invented by accident....
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Such a fun audio!
- By M. Townsend on 04-25-24
By: Riddleland
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Piece by Piece
- How I Built My Life (No Instructions Required)
- By: David Aguilar, Ferran Aguilar, Lawrence Schimel - translator
- Narrated by: Fabio Tassone
- Length: 5 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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The heartfelt and funny memoir of a boy who built himself a prosthetic arm out of the world-famous toy bricks....
By: David Aguilar, and others
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Who Were the Wright Brothers?
- By: James Buckley, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Johnny Heller
- Length: 56 mins
- Unabridged
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As young boys, Orville and Wilbur Wright loved all things mechanical. As adults, the brothers worked together to invent, build, and fly the world's first successful airplane. This is the fascinating story of the two inventors and aviation pioneers....
By: James Buckley, and others
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Isaac the Alchemist
- Secrets of Isaac Newton, Reveal'd
- By: Mary Losure
- Narrated by: Steven Crossley
- Length: 2 hrs and 36 mins
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Before Isaac Newton became the father of physics or a leader of the scientific revolution, he was a boy living in an apothecary's house, observing and experimenting....
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Excellent! Very informative and fun!
- By Puppy on 07-08-17
By: Mary Losure
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Raymond Arroyo's Turnabout Tales Audio Set
- Thomas Alva Edison and Tad Lincoln
- By: Raymond Arroyo
- Narrated by: Raymond Arroyo
- Length: 55 mins
- Unabridged
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Turnabout Tales 2 Book Audio Set includes The Unexpected Light of Thomas Alva Edison and The Magnificent Mischief of Tad Lincoln, both read by author and news anchor Raymond Arroyo....
By: Raymond Arroyo
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Who Was Thomas Alva Edison?
- By: Margaret Frith
- Narrated by: Kevin Pariseau
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
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One day in 1882, Thomas Edison flipped a switch that lit up lower Manhattan with incandescent light and changed the way people live ever after. The electric light bulb was only one of thousands of Edison’s inventions, which include the phonograph and the kinetoscope....
By: Margaret Frith
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Saving the Day
- Garrett Morgan's Life-Changing Invention of the Traffic Signal
- By: Karyn Parsons
- Narrated by: Karyn Parsons
- Length: 12 mins
- Unabridged
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From Karyn Parson' comes the little known story of Garrett Morgan, an African American inventor who created the traffic signal....
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Love this
- By Christy on 02-29-24
By: Karyn Parsons
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The Glorious Flight
- Across the Channel with Louis Bleriot July 25, 1909
- By: Alice Provensen, Martin Provensen
- Narrated by: Stuart Blinder
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Winner of the Caldecott Medal, this stunning audiobook depicts Louis Bleriot's historic first cross-Channel flight. Listen to learn more....
By: Alice Provensen, and others
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The Unexpected Light of Thomas Alva Edison
- Turnabout Tales
- By: Raymond Arroyo
- Narrated by: Raymond Arroyo
- Length: 27 mins
- Unabridged
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From New York Times bestselling author Raymond Arroyo comes a picture book biography, adapted for audio, of one of America’s most famous inventors, Thomas Alva Edison, and a story about how a small spark can create a big light....
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This story is different than other stories I’ve read about Thomas Edison
- By Amazon Customer on 01-25-24
By: Raymond Arroyo
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The Inventor's Secret
- What Thomas Edison Told Henry Ford
- By: Suzanne Slade, Jennifer Black Reinhardt
- Narrated by: Susie Berneis
- Length: 23 mins
- Unabridged
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Both Thomas Edison and Henry Ford started off as insatiably curious tinkerers. That curiosity led them to become inventors - with very different results....
By: Suzanne Slade, and others
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Elon Musk and the Quest for a Fantastic Future: Young Readers' Edition
- By: Ashlee Vance
- Narrated by: Fred Sanders
- Length: 6 hrs and 29 mins
- Unabridged
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With exclusive access to Elon, his family, and his friends, this book traces Elon's journey from a kid in South Africa to a young man in the United States, his dramatic technical inventions....
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Awesome book!
- By Anonymous User on 07-25-18
By: Ashlee Vance
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How We Got to Now
- Six Innovations That Made the Modern World
- By: Steven Johnson
- Narrated by: Steven Johnson
- Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins
- Unabridged
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This adaptation of New York Times best-selling author Steven Johnson's adult book and popular PBS series explores the fascinating and interconnected stories of innovations - like clean drinking water and electricity - that changed the way people live....
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Thank you
- By Anonymous User on 07-16-19
By: Steven Johnson
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Real Spaceships
- Fun and Engaging Spaceship and Space Age Lessons for Kids Ages 5-13
- By: Z.B. Tucker
- Narrated by: Jane Lewis
- Length: 31 mins
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Give your child the gift of Real Spaceships for Kids: Fun and Engaging Spaceship and Space Age Lessons for Kids Ages Five-13 by Z.B. Tucker, empowering them to explore a world filled with spaceships and space quests—all while expanding their minds for thrill and adventure....
By: Z.B. Tucker
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Who in the World Was the Secretive Printer?
- The Story of Johannes Gutenberg: Audiobook
- By: Robert Beckham
- Narrated by: Jim Weiss
- Length: 30 mins
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Johannes Gutenberg spent his days shut away, working on a mysterious project. His neighbors wondered what he was doing in his metal shop. Why did he need so much money? Was he making expensive gold jewelry? Weapons? Armor? What project could possibly take up so many hours of Johannes's time....
By: Robert Beckham
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100 Amazing Facts for Kids
- A Collection of Interesting Facts about Science, Animals, and History for Fun Times (Ageless Explorers Series: Fun Facts for Kids, Teens, and Adults Book 2)
- By: Brice Brant, Special Art Learning
- Narrated by: Brad Grochowski
- Length: 1 hr and 42 mins
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Are you looking for a way to ignite your child's curiosity and love for learning? 100 Amazing Facts for Kids is the perfect adventure for young minds eager to explore the wonders of the world.
By: Brice Brant, and others
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Robots
- Explore the World of Robotics and AI
- By: Dr. Henny Admoni, Amy Grimes - illustrator, Neon Squid
- Length: 1 hr and 15 mins
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The future is here. Explore the world of robots and artificial intelligence in this kids’ STEM book by robotics professor Dr. Henny Admoni....
By: Dr. Henny Admoni, and others
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X-Rays: A Graphic History
- Medical Breakthroughs
- By: Rachael L. Thomas
- Narrated by: Book Buddy Digital Media
- Length: 17 mins
- Unabridged
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With X-rays, doctors detect problems human eyes can't see. X-rays are a form of invisible radiation. This powerful medical technology helps experts look inside the body and even treat illnesses. But early on, X-rays caused harm too, as people used them without enough protection....
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Nano
- The Spectacular Science of the Very (Very) Small
- By: Jess Wade, Melissa Castrillón - Illustrator
- Narrated by: Imogen Wilde
- Length: 14 mins
- Unabridged
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An acclaimed physicist introduces young audiences to the tiny building blocks that make up the world around us. Elegant and friendly, his explanations of atoms, the elements, and other essential science concepts reveal how very (very) small materials are manipulated....
By: Jess Wade, and others
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Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and the Personal Computer
- By: Donald B. Lemke
- Length: 22 mins
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This audiobook tells the story of how Steve Wozniak developed the personal computer....
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Intresting read
- By Joshua Delaughter on 09-03-09
By: Donald B. Lemke
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Top 101 Inventions Of All Time! - Intriguing Facts & Trivia About History’s Greatest Inventions!
- By: Scott Matthews
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 2 hrs and 14 mins
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Imagine a world where distances felt infinite, ideas couldn't be replicated en masse, darkness consumed nights, and a fever could spell the end. ...
By: Scott Matthews
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Inventos Accidentales Que Cambiaron Nuestro Mundo [Accidental Inventions That Changed Our World]
- 50 historias reales de errores que funcionaron y sus orígenes [50 True Stories of Bugs That Worked and Their Origins]
- By: Cooper The Pooper
- Narrated by: Ernesto Tissot
- Length: 2 hrs and 26 mins
- Unabridged
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Estas historias te demostrarán que los errores y los fracasos no tienen por qué significar el fin de tu sueño. De hecho, podrían ser sólo el principio. Inspírate para convertir tus errores en éxitos y encuentra el potencial que hay detrás de cada accidente....
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The Kid Who Invented the Popsicle
- And Other Surprising Stories about Inventions
- By: Don L. Wulffson
- Narrated by: Bryan Kennedy
- Length: 1 hr and 56 mins
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Did you know that the ice cream sundae was invented because of a law forbidding the sale of ice cream on Sundays? Arranged in alphabetical order, this fascinating book is packed with the stories behind these and over 100 more inventions. Listen for more....
By: Don L. Wulffson
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A Stinky History of Toilets
- Flush with Fun Facts and Disgusting Discoveries
- By: Olivia Meikle, Katie Nelson, Neon Squid
- Narrated by: Sura Siu
- Length: 37 mins
- Unabridged
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You sit on it every day, but how much do you really know about your toilet? Discover the history of pooping and peeing in this frankly disgusting nonfiction audiobook....
By: Olivia Meikle, and others
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Mysterious Messages: A History of Codes and Ciphers
- A History of Codes and Ciphers
- By: Gary Blackwood
- Narrated by: George Guidall
- Length: 3 hrs and 5 mins
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History's amazing secrets and codes - and how to crack them yourself....
By: Gary Blackwood
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Electric Cars
- Wild about Wheels
- By: Nancy Dickmann
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 3 mins
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A car zips down the street. But you don't hear the engine rumbling. Why? It's an electric car!
By: Nancy Dickmann
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The Flying Man
- Otto Lilienthal, the World's First Pilot
- By: Mike Downs
- Narrated by: Mark Sanderlin
- Length: 14 mins
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Here is the little-known history of Otto Lilienthal, a daring man whose more than 2,000 successful flights inspired the Wright Brothers and other aviation pioneers....
By: Mike Downs
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Down to Business
- 51 Industry Leaders Share Practical Advice on How to Become a Young Entrepreneur
- By: Fenley Scurlock, Jason Liaw
- Narrated by: Fenley Scurlock, Jason Liaw, full cast
- Length: 9 hrs and 16 mins
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You have a start-up idea but ... where do you go from there? Two teen entrepreneurs bring together 51 influential business leaders for Q&As about starting a business, finding success, and, yes, making money....
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Got a teen with a dream to start a business?
- By Zach on 03-07-24
By: Fenley Scurlock, and others
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The Most Famous Inventors Who Ever Lived | Inventor's Guide for Kids | Children's Inventors Books
- By: Tech Tron
- Narrated by: Frank Block
- Length: 13 mins
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Why is this information important? Because you want your child to appreciate all the hardwork that went into every technology and level of comfort that he/she enjoys today....
By: Tech Tron
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Samuel Morse and the Telegraph
- By: David Seidman
- Length: 25 mins
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This work tells the story of how Samuel Morse developed a working telegraph in 1844 that changed the way people communicated....
By: David Seidman
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How Do Smart Homes Work?
- High Tech Science at Home
- By: Agnieszka Biskup
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 32 mins
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Imagine you arrive at school and realize you forgot to feed the dog. No problem. Pull out your phone and command the dog dish to dispense a serving of food. That's all there is to it—if you live a smart home. What once sounded like science fiction is now a reality for some families.
By: Agnieszka Biskup
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What Would It Take to Make a Jet Pack?
- Sci-Fi Tech
- By: Anita Nahta Amin
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 10 mins
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In science fiction, jet packs let people zoom through the air at high speeds. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life jet pack!
By: Anita Nahta Amin
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What Would It Take to Make an Invisibility Cloak?
- Sci-Fi Tech
- By: Clara MacCarald
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 12 mins
- Unabridged
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In science fiction, invisibility cloaks let their users vanish from sight and sneak around unnoticed. How could one of these stealthy pieces of clothing work? Scientists have some ideas, which involve bending light. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life invisibility cloak!
By: Clara MacCarald
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What Would It Take to Build a Time Machine?
- Sci-Fi Tech
- By: Yvette LaPierre
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 11 mins
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In science fiction, time machines let people travel backward in history and forward to the future. How could one of these time-traveling devices be created? Scientists have some ideas, which include using spaceships and black holes. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life time machine!
By: Yvette LaPierre
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Nikola Tesla: Engineer with Electric Ideas
- Movers, Shakers, and History Makers
- By: Emily Hudd
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 29 mins
- Unabridged
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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!
By: Emily Hudd
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Cool Rides on Wheels: Electric Race Cars, Superbikes, and More
- Cool Rides
- By: Tammy Gagne
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 16 mins
- Unabridged
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The wheel was invented more than 5,000 years ago, and it has brought some awesome vehicles our way. But this invention isn't done giving! Take a tour of some of the most unique and fascinating vehicles around.
By: Tammy Gagne
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How Do Smart Homes Work?
- High Tech Science at Home
- By: Agnieszka Biskup
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 32 mins
- Unabridged
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Imagine you arrive at school and realize you forgot to feed the dog. No problem. Pull out your phone and command the dog dish to dispense a serving of food. That's all there is to it—if you live a smart home. What once sounded like science fiction is now a reality for some families.
By: Agnieszka Biskup
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What Would It Take to Make a Jet Pack?
- Sci-Fi Tech
- By: Anita Nahta Amin
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 10 mins
- Unabridged
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In science fiction, jet packs let people zoom through the air at high speeds. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life jet pack!
By: Anita Nahta Amin
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What Would It Take to Make an Invisibility Cloak?
- Sci-Fi Tech
- By: Clara MacCarald
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 12 mins
- Unabridged
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In science fiction, invisibility cloaks let their users vanish from sight and sneak around unnoticed. How could one of these stealthy pieces of clothing work? Scientists have some ideas, which involve bending light. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life invisibility cloak!
By: Clara MacCarald
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What Would It Take to Build a Time Machine?
- Sci-Fi Tech
- By: Yvette LaPierre
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 11 mins
- Unabridged
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In science fiction, time machines let people travel backward in history and forward to the future. How could one of these time-traveling devices be created? Scientists have some ideas, which include using spaceships and black holes. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life time machine!
By: Yvette LaPierre
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Nikola Tesla: Engineer with Electric Ideas
- Movers, Shakers, and History Makers
- By: Emily Hudd
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 29 mins
- Unabridged
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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!
By: Emily Hudd
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Cool Rides on Wheels: Electric Race Cars, Superbikes, and More
- Cool Rides
- By: Tammy Gagne
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 16 mins
- Unabridged
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The wheel was invented more than 5,000 years ago, and it has brought some awesome vehicles our way. But this invention isn't done giving! Take a tour of some of the most unique and fascinating vehicles around.
By: Tammy Gagne
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What Would It Take to Make an Energy Blade?
- Sci-Fi Tech
- By: Roberta Baxter
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 10 mins
- Unabridged
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In science fiction, energy blades are weapons or tools that look like glowing swords. How could one of these powerful devices work? Scientists have some ideas, which include using plasma. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life energy blade!
By: Roberta Baxter
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What Would It Take to Upload a Mind?
- Sci-Fi Tech
- By: Megan Ray Durkin
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 10 mins
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In science fiction, people upload their minds into computers for them to be stored. How could this futuristic way of preserving the mind work? Scientists have some ideas, which involve mapping the brain cell by cell. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to upload a mind in real life!
By: Megan Ray Durkin
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What Would It Take to Build a Deflector Shield?
- Sci-Fi Tech
- By: Roberta Baxter
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 11 mins
- Unabridged
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In science fiction, deflector shields protect ships, bases, and even planets from enemy attack. How could a protective space that absorbs energy from weapons be created? Scientists have some ideas, which include using lasers. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life deflector shield!
By: Roberta Baxter
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What Would It Take to Make a Hoverboard?
- Sci-Fi Tech
- By: Anita Nahta Amin
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 11 mins
- Unabridged
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In science fiction, hoverboard users glide above sidewalks on machines that look like skateboards with no wheels. How could one of these floating boards be created? Scientists have some ideas, which include using powerful magnets. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life hoverboard!
By: Anita Nahta Amin
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How Does Wi-Fi Work?
- High Tech Science at Home
- By: Mark Weakland
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 29 mins
- Unabridged
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You probably use Wi-Fi all the time to connect to the internet through your laptop, tablet, or phone. It's easy. Wi-Fi hotspots surround you as you go through your day—from school to a pizza place or coffee shop, and then back home. Not so long ago, the internet wasn't as accessible. Find out how Wi-Fi works, how it became commonplace, and what it might do for you in the future.
By: Mark Weakland
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What Would It Take to Make a Flying Car?
- Sci-Fi Tech
- By: Megan Ray Durkin
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 11 mins
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In science fiction, flying cars let people soar over traffic jams and get to where they're going quickly. How could a vehicle that both flies and drives be created? Scientists' ideas for this involve futuristic materials and technology from drones. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life flying car!
By: Megan Ray Durkin
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Cool Rides in Water: Hydroplanes, Mini Subs, and More
- Cool Rides
- By: Tyler Omoth
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 15 mins
- Unabridged
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People have been traveling over water to get from here to there for thousands of years, but not in these vehicles! Long ago, people could only dream of what modern technology would bring. Take a tour of some of the most unique and fascinating watercraft around.
By: Tyler Omoth
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How Do Virtual Assistants Work?
- High Tech Science at Home
- By: Christine Elizabeth Eboch
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 31 mins
- Unabridged
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A virtual assistant by any name—Alexa, Siri, whoever—can be a sweet addition to your home. You might use one for simple jobs like playing music or streaming podcasts. And you might use one to communicate with friends and remind you about homework coming due while helping you make your breakfast. Find out how digital assistants work and what the future might hold for this part of a high-tech home.
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Cool Rides on Rails: Maglevs, Pod Cars, and More
- Cool Rides
- By: Tyler Omoth
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 15 mins
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Trains and other vehicles that travel on rails and tracks have been around for hundreds of years. While most of these are for transportation, roller coasters and a few others are just for fun! Find out how maglev trains use magnets to reach speeds of more than 250 miles per hour. Discover what it's like to travel in a pod car, and learn how the world's wildest roller coasters live up to their scream-worthy rankings. See the most awesome rides on tracks and rails!
By: Tyler Omoth
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How Does Streaming Work?
- High Tech Science at Home
- By: Christine Elizabeth Eboch
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 30 mins
- Unabridged
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Streaming puts a world of options at your fingertips when you’re at home and, with a smartphone or tablet, when you're on the go. Find out how streaming was invented, how it works, and what the future might hold for this part of a high-tech life.
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Thomas Edison and the Invention of the Light Bulb: Separating Fact from Fiction
- Fact vs. Fiction in U.S. History
- By: Megan Cooley Peterson
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 16 mins
- Unabridged
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Thomas Edison was a famous American inventor in the late 1800s. His work with light bulbs got a lot of attention. Over time, many stories were told about this work, including that he invented the light bulb. But this isn’t true! Discover what’s real and what’s fiction.
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Military Drones and Robots
- Amazing Military Machines
- By: Mari Schuh
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 3 mins
- Unabridged
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Militaries use robots and drones in the air, on the ground, and underwater all around the world. Drones spy on targets and robots disable bombs to get the job done!
By: Mari Schuh