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Books with author Nathan Lepora

  • DKfindout! Robots

    Nathan Lepora

    Paperback (DK Children, Jan. 16, 2018)
    This fun, fact-filled book for kids ages 6–9 guides readers through the science behind the abilities of life-like robots, and how these humanoids might become even more advanced in the future. Supporting STEM-based learning and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it’s the perfect book for any reader who can’t get enough of robots.When were robots first dreamed up? What does an industrial robot do? How do robots sense the world around them? Find out the answers to these questions and more in DKfindout! Robots, which features photographs of drones, automata, and other machines from all around the world. Readers will learn about the different types of robots and the famous engineers who created them, and gain insight into how robots think and learn through illustrated charts, diagrams, and blocks of coding language. From the industrial and medical fields to entertainment and home security, kids will discover the many ways robots can improve our lives—and our futures—as they read DKfindout! Robots.Vetted by educational consultants, the DKfindout! series drives kids ages 6–9 to become experts on more than 30 of their favorite STEM- and history-related subjects, whether Vikings, volcanoes, or robots. This series covers the subjects that kids really want to learn about—ones that have a direct impact on the world around them, like climate change, space exploration, and rapidly evolving technology—making learning fun through amazing images, stimulating quizzes, and cutting-edge information. The DKfindout! series is one that kids will want to turn to again and again.
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  • DKfindout! Robots

    Nathan Lepora

    Hardcover (DK Children, Jan. 2, 2018)
    This fun, fact-filled book for kids ages 6–9 guides readers through the science behind the abilities of life-like robots, and how these humanoids might become even more advanced in the future. Supporting STEM-based learning and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it’s the perfect book for any reader who can’t get enough of robots.When were robots first dreamed up? What does an industrial robot do? How do robots sense the world around them? Find out the answers to these questions and more in DKfindout! Robots, which features photographs of drones, automata, and other machines from all around the world. Readers will learn about the different types of robots and the famous engineers who created them, and gain insight into how robots think and learn through illustrated charts, diagrams, and blocks of coding language. From the industrial and medical fields to entertainment and home security, kids will discover the many ways robots can improve our lives—and our futures—as they read DKfindout! Robots.Vetted by educational consultants, the DKfindout! series drives kids ages 6–9 to become experts on more than 30 of their favorite STEM- and history-related subjects, whether Vikings, volcanoes, or robots. This series covers the subjects that kids really want to learn about—ones that have a direct impact on the world around them, like climate change, space exploration, and rapidly evolving technology—making learning fun through amazing images, stimulating quizzes, and cutting-edge information. The DKfindout! series is one that kids will want to turn to again and again.
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  • DKfindout! Robots

    Dr Nathan Lepora

    Flexibound (DK Children, Jan. 4, 2018)
    Kids get an up-close look at all kinds of cool robots, from humanoids to drones, and discover how robots use AI (Artificial Intelligence). With amazing images and mind-blowing facts DKfindout! Robots will satisfy any child who is eager to learn - and keep them coming back for more!Find out why and how robots are made, how they help humans and what they will do in the future. DKfindout! Robots is packed with up-to-date information, fun quizzes and incredible images of robots. Written by an expert in the field, this book is a great addition to any home library, school's robotics club book list, and classroom's STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) library.Silver award winner in the MadeForMums Awards 2017 children's books series category.
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  • DKfindout! Robots

    Nathan Lepora

    eBook (DK Children, Jan. 4, 2018)
    Kids get an up-close look at all kinds of cool robots, from cyborgs and humanoids to robots in movies, with amazing images and mind-blowing facts. DKfindout! Robots will satisfy any child who is eager to learn - and keep them coming back for more!Find out why and how robots are made, how they help humans and what they will do in the future, DKfindout! Robots is packed with up-to-date information, fun quizzes and incredible images of robots. Young robot fans will love finding out about the exciting world of robots.Silver award winner in the MadeForMums Awards 2017 children's books series category.
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  • Marvelous Machinery: Rides at Work

    Nathan Lepora

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Dec. 15, 2007)
    Describes different types of roller coasters, the simple machines that they consist of, and the forces that make them work.
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  • Twists and Turns: Forces in Motion

    Nathan Lepora

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Dec. 15, 2007)
    Explains the science behind forces and motion.
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  • Falling for Fun: Gravity in Action

    Nathan Lepora

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Dec. 15, 2007)
    Describes how gravity works, what it is and giving some effects of this force.
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  • High-Speed Thrills: Acceleration and Velocity

    Nathan Lepora

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Dec. 15, 2007)
    Discusses speed and acceleration and describes how coaster rides move in different ways and at different speeds.
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  • Atoms and Molecules

    Nathan Lepora

    Library Binding (Benchmark Books, Sept. 1, 2010)
    "Describes the fascinating details and characteristics of atoms and molecules that are too small for the unaided eye to see"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Twists and Turns: Forces in Motion

    Nathan Lepora

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Jan. 1, 2008)
    Explains the science behind forces and motion.
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  • Twists and Turns

    Nathan Lepora

    Paperback (TickTock Books, Feb. 21, 2008)
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  • High-Speed Thrills: Acceleration and Velocity

    Nathan Lepora

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Hi-Lo Must reads, Jan. 1, 2008)
    Discusses speed and acceleration and describes how coaster rides move in different ways and at different speeds.
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