Nancy Dickmann
1) Web Design
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What does a web designer do? Readers discover that there are many ways to answer that question-because there are many different jobs in the field of web design. As they learn how STEM concepts are applied to the creation of a website, they deepen their understanding of unique careers in this high-interest field. After exploring the detailed main text, helpful fact boxes, and colorful photographs and illustrations, readers who are interested in learning...
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Take a tour along the Nile and visit Ancient Egypt. Peer inside the pyramids to find the treasure within. Unravel mysterious mummies and learn how the Egyptians had death wrapped up. Read hieroglyphic clues, journey into the afterlife, and find out what it meant to be a pharaoh as you hunt down the secrets of the dead!
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Step back in time to Ancient Greece-one of history's greatest civilizations. Find out how the fearsome hoplite soldiers fought. Discover Greek's gorgeous goddesses and mighty gods. Find out how soothsayers predicted the future, why the Olympics could be deadly, and dig up the truth about the Trojan horse as you hunt down the secrets of the dead!
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Some of today's most popular movies are created using computer animation, and many young people dream of becoming animators. What does it take to pursue a career in computer animation? Readers find out as they explore different jobs in this high-interest field. The colorful design combines photographs and illustrations to captivate readers with an eye for vibrant visuals. Fact boxes enhance readers' understanding of STEM concepts, and a quiz matches...
5) Robotics
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Robotics is an exciting STEM field, and readers explore what it's like to work with robots in this accessible introduction to a high-interest career path. Readers with an interest in STEM are invited to think about which job in robotics might be right for them. Their understanding of this topic is enhanced through the use of clear main text, informative fact boxes, and a quiz that directs readers to a robotics job that matches their interests and...
6) Ancient Rome
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Unlock the secrets of the mighty Romans-one of history's greatest people. Journey across the world as you track down the Roman Empire. Find out what it meant to be a slave and how you could work your way to freedom. Discover disgusting Roman manners, what the Romans did to look good, and dig up the gory truth about gladiators as you hunt down the secrets of the dead!
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Why is Benjamin Franklin important? He invented the lightning rod and much more! Readers follow the journey of this inventor and founding father. Franklin created the lightning rod and other inventions that helped change the world. It's an electrifying story filled with engaging text and colorful images, all reviewed by Smithsonian experts.
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