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Books in Drones: Eyes in the Skies series

  • Police Drones

    Daniel Faust

    Library Binding (PowerKids Press, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Police departments around the country are using drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), to assist in law-enforcement. This may include using drones for surveillance purposes, something thats becoming increasingly controversial. Readers get a crash course in police UAVs with this text, which uses age-appropriate language and simple diagrams to explain the science and technology behind drones. STEM classroom concepts are supported by this science- and-technology-focused text, which asks readers to form their own opinions on the use of drones in police departments and beyond.
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  • Military Drones

    Daniel R Faust

    Library Binding (PowerKids Press, Jan. 15, 2016)
    When most people think of drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), they likely think of the military. Militaries have been using drones since the 1990s, and new developments in drone technology are being discovered every day. Readers get a crash course in military drones through this text, which explains the science and technology behind one of todays most polarizing topics. Readers gain an understanding of how drones work and how militaries use them. The texts science and technology content support elementary STEM concepts, while simple diagrams, photographs, and fact boxes provide opportunities for additional learning.
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  • Civilian Drones

    Daniel R Faust

    Library Binding (PowerKids Press, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), may seem like something out of a science-fiction novel. But in fact, civilian drones are a kind of technology that is becoming increasingly present in our everyday lives. This title uncovers the science and technology behind civilian drones. Readers learn the history of this technology, how it works, and how its used. The texts science and technology concepts complement STEM classroom concepts. Fact boxes, simple diagrams and detailed photographs make complex topics easy to understand. The next time readers see a civilian drone in the sky, theyll know for sure what it is!
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  • Civilian Drones

    Daniel R Faust

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), may seem like something out of a science-fiction novel. But in fact, civilian drones are a kind of technology that is becoming increasingly present in our everyday lives. This title uncovers the science and technology behind civilian drones. Readers learn the history of this technology, how it works, and how its used. The texts science and technology concepts complement STEM classroom concepts. Fact boxes, simple diagrams and detailed photographs make complex topics easy to understand. The next time readers see a civilian drone in the sky, theyll know for sure what it is!
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  • Commercial Drones

    Daniel R Faust

    Library Binding (PowerKids Press, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, have applications that impact many aspects of peoples lives. Since Amazon announced it would start using drones in its daily operations, all eyes have been on the growing commercial drones market. Readers will learn the interesting facts and figures about commercial drones, including how this technology works and how its used. Science, engineering, and technology topics support elementary STEM concepts. With concepts reinforced by simple diagrams, detailed photographs, and fact boxes, readers get a comprehensive lesson in commercial drones.
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  • Entertainment Drones

    Daniel R. Faust

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Explains what an entertainment drone is and the different ways entertainment drones are used.
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  • Commercial Drones

    Daniel R Faust

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, have applications that impact many aspects of peoples lives. Since Amazon announced it would start using drones in its daily operations, all eyes have been on the growing commercial drones market. Readers will learn the interesting facts and figures about commercial drones, including how this technology works and how its used. Science, engineering, and technology topics support elementary STEM concepts. With concepts reinforced by simple diagrams, detailed photographs, and fact boxes, readers get a comprehensive lesson in commercial drones.
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  • Drones: Eyes in the Skies

    Daniel R. Faust

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Unmanned aerial vehicles, also known as drones, are one of the most interesting and complex developments in modern technology. Readers will learn the science behind many kinds of drones, from those used by the military to hobby drones used by children and adults. This in-depth examination of drones offers a cool-yet-educational perspective on a technology that’s becoming an increasingly common part of our lives. • High-interest tech topic appeals to science-minded readers? • Text encourages readers to apply STEM concepts to real-world situations? • Engaging images, fact boxes, and simple diagrams supplement learning
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  • Military Drones

    Daniel R Faust

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 15, 2016)
    When most people think of drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), they likely think of the military. Militaries have been using drones since the 1990s, and new developments in drone technology are being discovered every day. Readers get a crash course in military drones through this text, which explains the science and technology behind one of todays most polarizing topics. Readers gain an understanding of how drones work and how militaries use them. The texts science and technology content support elementary STEM concepts, while simple diagrams, photographs, and fact boxes provide opportunities for additional learning.
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  • Police Drones

    Daniel Faust

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Police departments around the country are using drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), to assist in law-enforcement. This may include using drones for surveillance purposes, something thats becoming increasingly controversial. Readers get a crash course in police UAVs with this text, which uses age-appropriate language and simple diagrams to explain the science and technology behind drones. STEM classroom concepts are supported by this science- and-technology-focused text, which asks readers to form their own opinions on the use of drones in police departments and beyond.
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  • Entertainment Drones

    Daniel R Faust

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 15, 2016)
    The entertainment industry has often pioneered developments in technology. Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are the latest technology the entertainment industry is tackling. This high-interest title covers the basics of entertainment drones, teaching readers the science, technology, and engineering that goes into producing them. Readers learn how entertainment drones are used, including their role on film sets, at theme parks, sporting events, and circuses. Readers even learn about drone entertainment shows! With science and technology content that supports STEM classroom concepts, as well as simple diagrams and detailed photographs, this text is sure to captivate readers interest.
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  • Drones: Eyes in the Skies

    Daniel R. Faust

    Paperback (Powerkids Pr, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Unmanned aerial vehicles, also known as drones, are one of the most interesting and complex developments in modern technology. Readers will learn the science behind many kinds of drones, from those used by the military to hobby drones used by children and adults. This in-depth examination of drones offers a cool-yet-educational perspective on a technology that’s becoming an increasingly common part of our lives. • High-interest tech topic appeals to science-minded readers? • Text encourages readers to apply STEM concepts to real-world situations? • Engaging images, fact boxes, and simple diagrams supplement learning
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