Angie Smibert Bücher

Engaging middle schoolers in the mechanics of game design, this book encourages creativity and logical thinking through hands-on projects. It guides young readers to explore how games function while challenging them to create their own. With essential questions and links to primary sources, it promotes analytical thinking about beloved games, making it a perfect blend of fun and education in science activities.

"In Nora's world you don't have to put up with nightmares. Nora goes with her mother to TFC -- a Therapeutic Forgetting Clinic. There, she can describe her horrible memory and take a pill to erase it so she can go on like nothing ever happened. But at TFC a chance encounter with a mysterious guy changes Nora's life. She doesn't take the pill. And when Nora learns the memory her mother has chosen to forget, she realizes that someone needs to remember." --page [4] of cover.

This supernatural historical mystery is the final book in the critically acclaimed 'Ghosts of Ordinary Objects' trilogy.

The story follows twelve-year-old Bone, who possesses a unique Gift that enables her to perceive the narratives hidden within everyday objects. Determined to uncover the mystery behind her best friend Will Kincaid's sudden loss of voice at age five, she embarks on a journey filled with supernatural elements. As the second installment in the Ghosts of Ordinary Objects series, it continues to explore themes of friendship and the emotional connections tied to personal histories.

Exploring the concept of artificial intelligence, the book delves into its definitions and implications for the future. It examines how AI is poised to transform various aspects of daily life, from work and education to personal interactions and decision-making. Through insightful analysis, the author discusses the potential benefits and challenges posed by AI advancements, prompting readers to consider the ethical and societal impacts of this rapidly evolving technology.

"Full-color photographs and a running timeline illustrate important developments in the history of computers. Topics feature the transition from vacuum tubes to transistors to microchips, computer languages and software, history of the internet, and artificial intelligence. A table of contents, glossary, further resources, and an index are included"--

Full-color photographs and a running timeline illustrate important developments in the history of video games. Topics feature the console wars, arcades, online gaming, mobile gaming, Esports, and virtual reality. A table of contents, glossary, further resources, and an index are included.

Exploring the intersection of sports and science, this book delves into the STEM concepts that enhance the excitement of basketball. It covers the physics behind jump shots and the technology used in computer simulations, making complex ideas accessible and engaging. Additional features include sidebars showcasing real-world STEM applications, a glossary for key terms, and resources for further exploration, enriching the reader's understanding of how science, technology, engineering, and mathematics play a vital role in sports.

Explore the forces that rule our world and everything in it by examining the rides, games, and even food you might find at a county fair.

Tells, in separate voices, of a near future in which Winter Nomura has had a psychotic break, and her friend Velvet and cousin Aiden, who is visiting from his Swiss boarding school, try to uncover and fix what is seriously wrong with their society, city, and even Aiden's family.