Item category 2: Science & Technology

The 50 most mindblowing ideas in neuroscience, each explained in half a minute.

It challenges a half-century of leading boffins to abandon their beloved jargon and explain the most complex theories in half a minute – using nothing more than two pages, 300 words, one flow chart, and a picture. Time might well be relative, but it’s also precious in a world that seems to spin e...

"Space holds some of the universe's biggest mysteries. Readers will discover incredible facts about moon missions, planets, stars, and more in this fun, high-interest book"--

This fact- and fun-filled book includes hundreds of simple, kid-tested science experiments. All of which can be done with items from around the house, and require little to no supervision! Whether you're making your own slime, rockets, crystals, and hovercrafts or performing magic (science!) tric...

Learn to model, print, and fabricate your own 3D designs all with no prior experience! This easy-to-follow, fun guide is full of hands-on 3D printing projects that will inspire makers of all types, ages, and skill levels. The book features highly illustrated, DIY examples that show, step-by-step,...

3D printing is a new craft technique that seems like science fiction. Objects appear to be created out of nothing - as if by magic. This book shows you the practice of 3D printing at home. It gives the reader an overview of the basics of this technique and the materials and the knowledge you need...

A guide for novice 3D printer users looks at the necessary materials, tips and techniques for basic design, and troubleshooting.

"3D printing and maker lab for kids presents hands-on activities for learning how to use browser-based software TinkerCAD and SketchUp to design and print projects, along with informative sidebars to support related STEAM concepts"--

Get started printing out 3D objects quickly and inexpensively! 3D printing is no longer just a figment of your imagination. This remarkable technology is coming to the masses with the growing availability of 3D printers.

“3D printing is being successfully used in medicine, construction and a range of industries. Take an in-depth look at this rapidly evolving technology, and how it is shaping our destiny in 3D Printing The Future is Now.”--Back cover.