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Tech Girls

There are ample stereotypes surrounding careers in the traditionally male-dominated fields of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, computer science, and video game development. This series addresses these detrimental stereotypes, providing practical information that will empower teenage girls with a genuine interest in STEM fields to have confidence in their own abilities and seek out these career paths. Readers will discover how they can start preparing now for a variety of exciting STEM careers through high school courses, clubs, internships, and summer programs.

Tech Icons (Pilot)

This series explores the lives of the people behind some of technology’s greatest innovations. As small start-ups in garages grow into Internet giants, young students may be inspired to come up with some inventions of their own.

Tech Innovations Inspired by Nature

The relatively new science of biomimicryÑhuman industry copying various aspects of natureÑhas already given humanity many practical applications. Among them are improved blades for fans and turbines based on whalesÎ fins and tiny advanced energy-producing solar cells inspired by the shape of insectsÎ eyes. Increasingly, scientists are coming to realize that they can rarely outdo what nature has developed through millions of years of trial and error.

Tech Smarts

Tech Smarts presents 12 interesting, relevant technology-use topics. With a question-and-answer format, each book provides the basics you need to know to be a smart consumer of media and technology today.

Tech Smarts (Top Rank)

Technology is everywhere these days. It3s how we entertain ourselves, communicate, do work, and even order food and clothes. How can tech-savvy teens stay safe and protect themselves online? With relevant tips and topics in a Q&A format, this hi-lo series provides middle graders and high schoolers with the basics needed be a smart consumer of media and technology.

Tech Titans (Alternator Books®)

Explore the histories behind some of the world's most impactful technology companies. Learn about the people leading organizations like Amazon, Microsoft, and others, take a look at each company's revolutionary products and services, and glimpse where each company might be headed.

Tech Track: Building Your Career in IT

In 2015, the Bureau of labour Statistics reported that the median annual wage for IT careers was over $80,000, more than double the same figure for all occupations! Even more shocking is that many of the top jobs in tech require just a four-year bachelorÎs degree. This series gives readers an overview of these high-earning jobs, including the ins-and-outs of each positionÎs responsibilities and the necessary education and certification requirements to get there.

Technology and Innovation

Technology Breakthroughs

Young readers are fascinated by technological innovation, and the series Technology Breakthroughs explores key advances that have shaped history and society. Each book features 12 of the most influential technology breakthroughs in a particular arena, covering the major players in each breakthrough, its main turning points, and how it changed the way we live. This informative series offers a fresh perspective on life-changing technological advancements throughout history and today.

Technology Breakthroughs (Top Rank)

TodayÎs technology is sleek, innovative, and advanced. But it hasnÎt always been this way. How did people manage without AppleÎs newest iPhone, access to a power plant, or KelloggÎs cereal? The history of technology is filled with groundbreaking advancements in computers, transportation, and even pandemic response. With engaging photos and layouts to hook readers, Technology Breakthroughs describes inventors, their designs, and the ways in which technology has changed our world.