Books with title What is Technology?

Come adventure and join “Frankie” on a tour to finding out the meaning of Technology with fun pictures, and activities. This book is both informative and entertaining; good for all ages, either enjoying the colorful illustrations or completing the hands on activities. It breaks down the true meaning of Technology, incorporating activities at the end to reiterate what you read. First Book in the series.

Come adventure and join “Frankie” on a tour to finding out the meaning of Technology with fun pictures, and activities. This book is both informative and entertaining; good for all ages, either enjoying the colorful illustrations or completing the hands on activities. It breaks down the true meaning of Technology, incorporating activities at the end to reiterate what you read. Written by a Technology Education teacher certified K-12, introducing career and technical education to any inquisitive mind.

Our world is full of funky gadgets and technological gizmos. Within the next hour, you will probably use a computer, the internet, a hand-held game, or a cell phone. Technology is not only playing an ever-increasing role in our everyday lives, but also in the way we explore the world around us. Cool technology is useful, but what do we know about how it works? This book investigates the science behind technology, taking readers on a journey of discovery that they will never forget. It uncovers the smart tech of mobile phones, wi-fi, and GPS, as well as the inner workings of game consoles. It examines the world of movement--how cars, airplanes, and other vehicles run. It delves into nanotechnology, spy gadgets, cyborgs, building in space, and the eco house. Explore the pages of this book to discover how the coolest technology of today really works!

See the world from a whole new angle!This innovative series, illustrated with amazing isometric artwork, reveals the technology, science and engineering behind our world's infrastructure.Discover in this book how technology powers our homes, keeps us healthy and helps us to have fun. It also takes a look forward to see how technology might develop in the future, from robot pets to the latest deep space probes.

Bluewood books is proud to introduce In The 20th Centuries Series, an important and compelling look into distinct aspects of life in the 20th century. Each book in the series will focus on a different topic, providing the reader with an extraordinary chronicle of our past 100 years and insight towards the challenges of tomorrow. They are designed to give a clear and concise overview of the actual events that have contributed to our development in the U.S. and the world. The first two titles in the series are Media in the 20th Century and Technology in the 20th Century.In Technology in the 20th Century, read about the birth of aviation technology in the 1900s, technology advanced by the World Wars, the arrival of the electronic brain in the '60s, the Information Age of the '80s, and more! Technology in the 20th Century chronicles the inventions and discoveries that have changed the political, social, and economic structure of the U.S. and the world. Owning a Walkman, flying an airplane, or speaking to someone over a videophone were considered impossible at the beginning of the 20th century, but are now taken for granted. We are on a constant quest that will never be satisfied: seeking improvement over what has been accomplished. Technology in th 20th Century is bursting with remarkable information presented in an accessible format highlighting, along the way, interesting facts and figures, people, inventions, 20th century vocabulary, obsolete necessities, and more! We are at a pivotal point in time when two millenniums collide and we are presented with once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to examine our achievement and peek over the horizon.

Discover the ways technology has transformed everyday life-from the largest structures to the smallest electronic devices. Packed with superb color illustrations and fascinating facts, this highly informative guide explores all aspects of technology, from ancient artifacts to the latest advances in computer-aided design. Clearly annotated photographs and diagrams give an invaluable insight into the tools, machines, and systems that have shaped the modern world. See how the strength of different materials is measured, the structure of a suspension bridge, how keyhole surgery works, what astronauts eat in space, and how milk bottles have changed shape. Learn which materials pull and which ones push, how engines convert heat into work, how an airplane flies, how instant coffee is created, and how a ring-pull is made. Discover why glass is a liquid, the difference between inventors and designers, what a CD is made from -- and how a CD player works, how science can help protect threatened plant species, and much, much more.