STEM Is Everywhere!
Set of 6 titles
Young people grow up in a world of technology, but do they know how the devices they use daily actually work? This STEM-based series introduces readers to the science and engineering behind the everyday tech they rely on as well as technology they can look forward to. It explains the basic principles of how the technology works, in the simplest language, its advantages and disadvantages, and the history of its development. Bright photographs show peers using technology while accessible, relatable text help readers connect to the topic and apply concepts to their own lives.
SLJ Review of STEM Is Everywhere!
“Any grown-up who has felt the urge to start an “In my day…” rant about the ease of access today’s students have will appreciate the educational content of these well-written, informative books. Not only do they lay out the history of how the technology came about, they also do a reasonably good job of explaining how the technology actually works. Wi-Fi includes a helpful diagram showing the electromagnetic spectrum of waves. While all the books spend some time describing safety concerns with technology, Self-Driving Cars and Robots All Around Us share the human concern that automation will take away people’s jobs. The Cloud reminds readers how cloud-based technology helped society transition quickly to home-based work and learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Each book ends with a timeline of the tech’s development. With its blended descriptive science and tech development information, this series will make report writers very happy indeed. VERDICT Highly recommended.”