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  • Discovering STEM at the Amusement Park

    Cynthia Roby

    Paperback (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Describes some of the ways in which people use science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at an amusement park, including rides, games, and making cotton candy.
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  • Discovering STEM at the Zoo

    Therese Shea

    Paperback (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Describes some of the ways in which people use science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at a zoo, including animal diets, habitat and exhibit design, and energy needs.
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  • Light in the Real World

    Robin Michal Koontz

    Paperback (Core Library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    This book uses real-world examples to bring the concept of light to life in an approachable way.
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  • Computer Science in the Real World

    Lisa Idzikowski

    Library Binding (Core Library, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Take a look into the fascinating world of computer science, why it is an intriguing STEM career, and the amazing work scientists in this field have accomplished throughout the years.
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  • Discovering Stem at the Baseball Game

    Ryan Nagelhout

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Step out of the classroom and into the big leagues with this book, which explores the science, technology, engineering, and math that shapes Americas favorite pastime. Readers will see how STEM influences everything in a baseball game, from a pitchers throw to the physics of stadium seating. The in-depth coverage of each STEM subject is reinforced by engaging images, which encourages readers to visualize and identify how classroom concepts are used in the real world. The text also covers STEM careers and how readers can get involved when they grow up. Fact boxes support the age-appropriate text, which was designed to address science, technology, engineering, and math in the elementary curricula.
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  • Mathematics in the Real World

    Christine Zuchora-Walske

    Library Binding (Core Library, Jan. 31, 2016)
    Take a look into the fascinating world of mathematics, why it is an intriguing STEM career, and the amazing work scientists in this field have accomplished throughout the years.
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  • Astronomy in the Real World

    Susan E Hamen

    Library Binding (Core Library, Jan. 31, 2016)
    Take a look into the fascinating world of astronomy, why it is an intriguing STEM career, and the amazing work scientists in this field have accomplished throughout the years.
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  • Physics in the Real World

    Meg Marquardt

    Library Binding (Core Library, Jan. 31, 2016)
    Take a look into the fascinating world of physics, why it is an intriguing STEM career, and the amazing work scientists in this field have accomplished throughout the years.
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  • Discovering Stem at the Airport

    Cynthia Roby

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Airports depend on science, technology, engineering, and math to run smoothlyconcepts that are fundamental to elementary curricula. Without them, planes couldnt take off, passengers couldnt buy tickets, and people couldnt travel to faraway destinations. This text encourages readers to think about how the STEM subjects they learn in the classroom appear in airports and affect travelers lives. The age-appropriate text gives equal treatment to science, technology, engineering, and math, and suggests STEM careers that can be found at airports around the world. Fact boxes and colorful images support learning.
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  • Bioengineering in the Real World

    Meg Marquardt

    Library Binding (Core Library, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Take a look into the fascinating world of bioengineering, why it is an intriguing STEM career, and the amazing work scientists in this field have accomplished throughout the years.
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  • Discovering Stem at the Restaurant

    Sarah Machajewski

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    The science of cooking is responsible for some of the worlds tastiest dishes. The technology, engineering, and math of cooking are, too. In this title, readers will explore the STEM concepts that help restaurants operate. Each STEM subject is covered in depth and is presented in way that encourages readers to draw connections between classroom subjects and real-world experiences. Fact boxes and colorful images support the age-appropriate text, which is written to support state and national curricula.
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  • Discovering Stem at the Zoo

    Therese Shea

    Library Binding (PowerKids Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Zoos are places where STEM comes to life, including the science of caring for animals, the technology used in zoo security, engineering that keeps habitats habitable, and the math used to calculate ticket sales. Readers are encouraged to draw connections between the STEM subjects they learn in school and the way STEM is used in the real world. This curricula-driven text uses high-interest subjects to discuss STEM and also covers the STEM careers that help zoos around the world run successfully. Fact boxes and colorful images provide opportunities for additional learning.
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