Everyday STEM

Schoolchildren have grown up in a world of technology. They know how to use many devices, but do they know how the devices work? This age-appropriate, STEM-based series introduces young students to the science and engineering behind the everyday technology in their lives. It explains the basic principles of how the technology works, its advantages and disadvantages, and the history of its development.
Each Book Contains:
• Fact boxes that will add to an understanding of science concepts
• A sidebar on a creative, unforeseen use of this technology
• A glossary of technical terms to enhance student comprehension
• A timeline of the developmental steps that led to the technology
Curriculum Connections:
• Provides examples of the ways difficulties can be overcome using problem-solving skills
• Learn the design processes and visualize the engineering solutions that brought us these useful devices
• Explores the different ways in which information is transferred