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23) How coding works
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Description
Explains what computer code and coding are, and describes how coding languages differ from one another.
Simple text introduces young readers to computer coding, and answer some of the questions about programming computers.
24) Electricity
Author
Pub. Date
2018
Description
"Because most people use electricity every day, it's important to understand how it works and respect its power. From the basics of current and circuits to how electricity is generated, this book covers many concepts included in the science curriculum using relatable examples, straightforward language, and colorful diagrams. Each chapter simply defines key terms and gives thorough explanations, as well as asks the reader questions and riddles to consider...
25) Electricity
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2006]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Introduction to what electricity is and how it behaves in the world around us.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce early readers to the work electrical engineers do and the preparation necessary for an engineering career. Includes infographics, an activity, glossary, and index"--
Author
Series
Michael Vey volume 1
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 11
Description
To everyone at Meridian High School, fourteen-year-old Michael Vey is nothing special, just the kid who has Tourette's syndrome. But in truth, Michael is extremely special--he has electric powers. Michael thinks he is unique until he discovers that a cheerleader named Taylor has the same mysterious powers. With the help of Michael's friend, Ostin, the three of them set out to discover how Michael and Taylor ended up with their abilities, and their...
31) Electricity
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book provides a simple discussion of natural and man-made electricity and of how electrical power is generated and used.
Author
Description
"Nikola Tesla was a major contributor to the electrical revolution that transformed daily life at the turn of the twentieth century. His inventions, patents, and theoretical work formed the basis of modern AC electricity, and contributed to the development of radio and television. Like his competitor Thomas Edison, Tesla was one of America's first celebrity scientists, enjoying the company of New York high society and dazzling the likes of Mark Twain...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2015.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 9
Description
"Michael and the rest of the Electroclan are facing their greatest crisis yet. The resistance movement has been compromised. The safe house has been destroyed. The voice is in hiding, and they have no idea if their families are alive... or dead. What they do know is that the Elgen won't stop until they've destroyed the Electroclan"--Front jacket flap.
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Description
Illuminate the minds of young readers as they explore the science behind electrical energy. Through visuals and age-appropriate language, readers develop an understanding of how electrical energy is created and why it is important to their daily lives. They will also discover how scientists and inventors have harnessed this particular form of energy in order to power the world. Sidebars containing vocabulary words and critical-thinking exercises enhance...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2002
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 2
Description
Presents illustrated explanations of how light, electricity, and magnetism work, describing the laws of optics and electromagnetism and Ohm's and Joule's laws, and providing a time line, biographical sketches of scientists, and a selected bibliography.
40) Electricity
Author
Pub. Date
1997
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Experiments and activities introduce the basic principles of electricity and magnetism.