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Power Unleashed: The Story of Nuclear Energy From Atom-Splitting to Clean Energy Futures Nuclear energy is powerful, controversial—and often misunderstood. In Power Unleashed, science and history come together in an engaging, highly readable journey through one of the most important technologies of the modern world. From the first experiments that cracked the atom to the heated debates about today’s energy future, this book explains what nuclear energy is, how it works, where it came from—and where it might take us. Written for curious readers with no scientific background, this ...

The epic story of the tiny device that changed the world. Imagine a time when math meant hours of pencil-scribbling or clunky gears grinding away in giant machines. Today, a simple calculator app can solve complex equations in seconds—but how did we get here? In Pocket Power: The Story of the Electronic Calculator – How a Tiny Device Changed the Way We Think, Work, and Play, author Kevin Shelton takes readers on a thrilling journey through history, science, and innovation. Travel back to ancient China to see how the abacus revolutionized early counting. Meet visionary inventors like ...

Electricity is the foundation of modern civilization—but the way we generate and manage that electricity is changing faster than at any point in history. Renewable Energy: The Science and Systems That Will Power the Future is a clear, detailed, and politically neutral exploration of how modern renewable energy actually works. Written for teens and general STEM readers ages 13–19, this book explains the real science behind solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal, biomass, batteries, transmission grids, electric transportation, industrial electrification, and long-duration storage. It shows ...

All aboard! The Story of Railroads: How Trains Connected the World – A Guide for Curious Kids is a warm and engaging journey through the history of trains, written especially for young readers ages 6–8. With simple prose, friendly explanations, and gentle black-and-white sketches, this book brings to life the incredible story of how trains changed the world. From the earliest wooden mine carts to today’s sleek high-speed trains, children will discover how railroads helped people explore new places, share ideas, and stay connected across long distances. Perfect for early readers, ...

A big story about a simple material—told for curious kids ages 6–8! Have you ever wondered how sidewalks stay so smooth, how bridges stretch across rivers, or how tall buildings stand so strong? They all share the same secret helper: concrete. And behind concrete is another amazing invention: cement. In this fun, friendly, easy-to-understand nonfiction book, young readers will explore: How cement is made from ancient stone How it transforms into concrete—the man-made rock The amazing discoveries of Egyptians, Romans, and inventors like John Smeaton and Joseph Aspdin How concrete built...

Refrigerated Trucks: How Mobile Cooling Changed the World The Invention, Science, and Global Impact of the Chilled Supply Chain How did supermarkets become able to offer fresh produce in every season? How do hospitals receive vaccines and blood products that must remain within narrow temperature ranges? And how do farms, warehouses, and grocery stores stay linked together across thousands of miles? The answer is the refrigerated truck. This book explains the development of the mobile cold chain, beginning with ice harvesting and refrigerated railcars and continuing through the invention of ...

What would happen if you could suddenly see the invisible? Inside every drop of water, every breath of air, and every leaf on every tree is a hidden world too small for human eyes to see—until the microscope made it visible. Little Lenses, Big Discoveries is a beautifully written science adventure that introduces kids ages 6–10 to the amazing story of how microscopes work, how they were invented, and how they changed the way humans understand life itself. Through gentle, story-driven chapters, young readers will: Discover how glass and light work together to magnify tiny worlds Learn ...

How does the Sun make electricity? Can wind really power a city? What kind of energy comes from inside the Earth? In The Story of Clean Energy: How Sun, Wind, Water, and Heat Can Power Our World — A Guide for Curious Kids, children ages 6–9 take a fascinating, friendly journey through the science of clean power. Written in clear, gentle prose, this book explains how renewable energy works, where it comes from, and how it helps protect our planet—without overwhelming young readers. Kids will explore: • Solar, wind, water, geothermal, biomass, and nuclear energy • How electricity ...

20 UNsung Inventions Brilliant Breakthroughs That Silently Shaped the World Discover the incredible stories behind the quiet inventions that made modern life possible. We often celebrate the flashy, the famous, and the headline-grabbing breakthroughs. But what about the zipper? The shipping container? The ball bearing? What about the inventions that didn’t make the front page—but changed everything anyway? In this fascinating journey through 20 underappreciated innovations, you'll uncover how simple, practical ideas became the backbone of our global society. From laboratory flasks to ...

What is money — and where did it come from? Before dollars and coins, people traded goats, salt, and seashells. On one island, giant stone wheels counted as money. In China, paper money appeared a thousand years before Europe. In Rome, soldiers were paid in salt. And today, we can buy a sandwich just by tapping a phone. The History of Money: The Story of Cows, Coins, Credit Cards and Crypto for Curious Kids takes readers ages 6–8 on a fascinating journey through time, from ancient barter to modern banking, from pirate treasure to Bitcoin. With kid-friendly prose, surprising stories, and...

The untold story of the woman who gave the world a weapon against one of its deadliest diseases. At the dawn of the 20th century, tuberculosis — known as “consumption” — was a relentless killer, claiming one out of every seven lives worldwide. Sanatoriums overflowed, families lived in fear, and early detection was little more than guesswork. Amid this crisis, a determined young scientist named Florence Seibert set out to change history. Crippled by childhood polio and dismissed by a male-dominated scientific establishment, Florence faced staggering obstacles. Through years of ...

BioPlastics: The Past, The Science and The Future What do seaweed wrappers, mushroom foam, and compostable forks have in common? They’re all part of a growing movement to rethink plastic—and the future of the materials we use every day. In Bioplastics Unwrapped, discover the fascinating history of plastic, the science behind biodegradable alternatives, and the exciting innovations happening in labs, oceans, and backyards around the world. With clear explanations, real-world case studies, and reflection questions built into every chapter, this book helps young people understand both the ...

Discover the fascinating story of how humans — and nature — learned to light up the dark. From ancient campfires to glowing jellyfish, from radium-painted watches to high-tech LEDs, light has transformed our nights and shaped our world. Glow and Shine: The Science and History Behind Creating Light takes readers on an illuminating journey across centuries, cultures, and technologies to uncover the many ways we’ve learned to make the dark sparkle. Inside you’ll find: The surprising role of alchemists and accidental discoveries in the history of glow. How neon signs, blacklights, and ...

🌊 How do you turn seawater into drinking water? 💧 What happens inside the membranes that quietly power cities, ships, and survival efforts? 🔬 Why is reverse osmosis one of the most important technologies of our time—and why don’t more people know about it? In Through the Membrane: The Story of Reverse Osmosis and the Quest for Fresh Water, discover the fascinating science, history, and global impact of one of the most underappreciated breakthroughs in modern engineering. From ancient salt-removal experiments and post-war desalination trials to cutting-edge nanomaterials and ...

What do ice, steam, lightning, liquid helium, and the core of a neutron star have in common? They are all matter responding to conditions. Phases of Matter: Understanding States, Transitions, and Extremes offers a clear, concept-driven exploration of how matter behaves as temperature, pressure, and energy change. Designed for young adults (18–25) and curious general readers, this book moves beyond basic definitions to reveal the deeper logic behind physical behavior. Readers will explore: Why solids resist change while liquids flow and gases expand How melting, freezing, boiling, and ...

Matter makes up everything around us—but how does it work? The Science of Matter is a clear, thoughtful introduction to solids, liquids, and gases for young readers ages 6–9. Written in calm, engaging prose, this book helps children understand how matter behaves, how it changes, and why those changes happen. Instead of fast facts or flashy shortcuts, this book builds understanding step by step. Young scientists will explore: The basic states of matter and how they differ How temperature and energy affect matter Why melting, freezing, evaporation, and condensation occur What happens when...

How does the eye work? Why do some people need glasses? And how did humans learn to bend light to fix blurry vision? Seeing Clearly: The Science and History of Vision and Glasses for Curious Kids is a beautifully written, story-driven science and history book for readers ages 8–10. Through warm, engaging prose, children explore the incredible journey of sight—from ancient squinting by firelight to modern glasses, contact lenses, lasers, and smart vision technology. Inside this book, young readers will discover: How light travels and creates the pictures we see The tiny parts of the eye ...

What happens to our trash after we throw it away? Most of us never see where it goes — yet the systems that handle waste are some of the most important inventions in human history. The Mountains We Make takes readers on a clear and engaging journey through the story of waste and landfill engineering — from ancient refuse piles to today’s massive, carefully designed disposal systems. Written for curious teens and young adults (and adults who love real-world history), this book explains how trash has shaped cities, technology, and everyday life. Inside, readers will discover: How ...

What if one of the most important inventions in modern history was something we barely notice? We hurry beneath them. We wait beside them. We watch them change without thinking. Yet traffic lights shape our cities, our commutes, our neighborhoods, and the way we share space with strangers. In Red, Yellow, Green: How Traffic Lights Tamed the Streets and Shaped Modern Cities, we step into the surprisingly dramatic story of how these three glowing colors came to govern the movement of the world. Before traffic lights, city streets were unruly and unpredictable. Horses, streetcars, pedestrians,...

Every photograph begins with a lens—and every lens carries a story. From the darkened chambers of ancient philosophers to the sleek, AI-driven optics of modern smartphones, the lens has been humanity’s bridge to understanding light, memory, and truth. In The History of the Camera Lens, world-renowned photographer and storyteller [Author Name] takes you on a captivating journey through time, exploring: The mysteries of light and refraction, from ancient obsidian to Renaissance science. The creation of the first spectacles, telescopes, and microscopes that revealed worlds beyond our eyes....