Criminal mastermind Artemis Fowl has no memory of the fairy people and his dangerous enemy, Opal Koboi escapes from jail and is planning revenge. Criminal mastermind Artemis Fowl is back and so is his brilliant and dangerous enemy, Opal Koboi. At the start of the story, Artemis has no memory of the fairy people and has returned to his unlawful ways. In Berlin, he is preparing to steal a famous Impressionist painting from a German bank. He doesn't...

"Trapped. Jesse Rigsby is trapped in the video game Full Blast. His dumb friend Eric probably has something to do with this, but Jesse doesn't have time to worry about that now, because he's got a blaster stuck to his arm, a man-sized praying mantis thing chasing him and...is that the Statue of LIberty taking off like a rocket ship? Something weird is going on, and Jesse had better figure out what it is fast, because he's about to be trapped for good"--Back...

The last two decades have seen the ever-accelerating development of new technologies, from the internet and software applications to artificial intelligence, drones, and robotics. Alongside these advances, a new global threat has emerged: cyberterrorism. Through full-color photographs, sidebars, and a glossary, students will learn about different types of cyberattacks and cyberterrorists and the real and potential impacts they can have, as well as...

Cyber technology-or cyber tech-is a major part of warfare, but it might seem too complex or complicated for young people to understand. However, with the help of this clear and comprehensive guide to military cyber tech, readers can become experts on this exciting STEM topic. The accessible main text and detailed sidebars are paired with graphic organizers and full-color photographs to give readers an up-close look inside warfare in the digital age....

Elementary students around the globe are taught to count using a base-10 number system. We form numbers using the 10 digits of our base-10 system-zero through nine. Inside this book, readers discover other number systems people have used throughout history. With a binary system, computers only use two digits-0 and 1. So how does a computer count to 10? Readers will learn the answer inside this book. Also included is a review of hexadecimal numbers,...

This volume is an exciting exploration into the life of American computer pioneer Steve Jobs, cofounder of Apple, Inc., and one of the leaders of the personal computer revolution. This book covers Jobs' early life as well as his work as CEO of Apple, including his amazing computer inventions. Compelling text is paired with color photographs to give readers a dynamic reading experience. Readers will also enjoy additional information in the form of...

Need an application that will run on any system and in any environment? Java, known as a "write once, read anywhere" programming language, has become the go-to language for cross-platform programming. This workhorse language is a great starting point for coders looking to develop job skills. With the help of simple code, manageable text, and clear diagrams, readers will learn how to code base programs in Java using the activities in this book. In...

Computer science is all around us, at school, at home, and in the community. This book gives readers the essential tools they need to understand different careers in computers. Brilliant color photographs and accessible text will engage readers and allow them to connect deeply with the concept. The computer science topic is paired with an age-appropriate curricular topic to deepen readers' learning experience and introduce computer science careers...

Apps and programs are taking over the world, and that's a good thing. However, sometimes we open apps and programs and have trouble figuring out how to use them. This is a sign of poor-quality user experience (UX) design. Computer users would rather use apps and programs that aren't difficult to figure out. UX designers focus on the flow of tasks through a program and try to make everything feel intuitive. In this book, readers learn about careers...

Book Features:

Ages 8-14, Grades 3-8

32 pages, 7 inches x 9 inches

Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color pictures

Includes pre- and post-reading activities

Reading/teaching tips and glossary included

Gaming and eSports: In Power On: The History of Gaming, 3rd—8th graders are taken back in time to learn about the history of video games and how they evolved into competitive eSports

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