Technology
From the Set Building the World
Technology is behind almost everything humans do, including traveling, learning, eating, and having fun. The word "technology" refers to various complex systems intended to make people's lives simpler. Readers will learn about many technological advancements made throughout the years as well as the ways technology will likely continue to advance for decades and centuries to come. Intricately drawn illustrations make the content enticing and understandable for readers, and the intriguing fact boxes further explore the STEM content.
Interest Level | Grade 3 - Grade 6 |
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Reading Level | Grade 3 |
Dewey Number | 600 |
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ATOS Reading Level | |
Guided Reading Level | O |
Language | English |
Publisher | PowerKids Press |
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Format | Reinforced book |
ISBN | 9781642827361 |
Copyright | 2024 |
Number of Pages | 32 |
Dimensions | 8.5 x 11 |
Graphics | Full-color photographs, Historical photographs |
Building the World - School Library Journal
This infographic series gives curious readers insider access to how the world around us functions. In Engineering , readers learn that engineering is the practice of designing and building useful objects, from the bridges over a river to the boats that go under and cars that drive over them. Power Stations and Electricity acknowledges the increasing energy demand, showing how nuclear power, fossil fuels, hydrodams, solar farms, and more contribute to the Earth’s energy needs (some in cleaner ways than others). Advancement is the focus of Technology , where the evolution of medical tech has lengthened life expectancy and better robot tech has made dangerous jobs safer. In each book, slice illustrations pick out interesting details that merit further explanation, accompanying the detailed text to keep readers engaged. Sure, there’s a lot happening on each page, but it’s all good! VERDICT A handy, hopeful view of the world worthy of purchase for most libraries.