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Lexile measure
1150L
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English
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How the Internet Changed History examines the birth of the Internet, how it works, and how it has revolutionized culture, industry, and business. Features include essential facts, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and maps, charts, and diagrams. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
2) Online News
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English
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Reading the news has come a long way thanks to technology, from black and white newspapers to 280-character tweets and Buzzfeed articles filled with GIFs and memes. In Online News in the Disruptors in Tech series, readers will discover how technology has and continues to disrupt the media. Series includes a table of contents, tech-forward sidebars, a timeline, glossary, index, and author biography.
3) Blockchain
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English
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Blockchain technology has come a long way since its introduction in 2009 thanks to technology. This technology has the potential to disrupt many industries--and has already--from banks to law to even healthcare. In Blockchain in the Disruptors in Tech series, readers will discover how blockchain technology can solve many of today's digital problems, including digital ownership. Series includes a table of contents, tech-forward sidebars, a timeline,...
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"From our homes and schools to stores and restaurants, Wi-Fi has changed how we send and receive information and how we stay connected to the internet and each other. The story of Wi-Fi begins as far back as the discovery of radio waves. Readers will learn how it developed from there and gain an appreciation for the invisible world behind the wireless computer technology we rely on today. Relatable sidebars and effective graphic organizers aid in...
5) Tech
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English
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We're spilling the tea on the latest trends. Curious about the lives of influencers? Want to know more about 5G technology or artificial intelligence? Read more to be in the know. This high-interest series is written at a low readability to aid struggling readers. Each book includes educational sidebars, throwback biographies of "OG" influencers, fast facts, and social media challenges, as well as a table of contents, glossary of keywords, index,...
6) Smart Homes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
Description
What makes something "smart?" In the Exploring the Internet of Things series, readers discover how inanimate objects, from watches to home speakers to even t-shirts, help people get things done better, faster, and smarter. In Smart Homes, readers will learn the practical application, technological and future advancements, and innovation of IoT in today's homes. Includes informative sidebars, data-focused text, and 21st Century Skills back matter content....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
What makes something "smart?" In the Exploring the Internet of Things series, readers discover how inanimate objects, from watches to home speakers to even t-shirts, help people get things done better, faster, and smarter. In Smart Wearable Devices, readers will learn the practical application, technological and future advancements, and innovation of IoT in wearable devices. Includes informative sidebars, data-focused text, and 21st Century Skills...
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English
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A teenage scientist wants to invent a supercomputer. A wise old scientist tells him to be successful, he needs to find an ancient missing piece. Finn thinks he knows where to find this piece: in the computer world!
Through the magic of science, Finn travels inside his computer to find the missing piece. Will he be able to retrieve what he needs and return to the real world, or will he be trapped inside his computer forever?
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
820L
Language
English
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"Explores how the Internet of Things works, walking readers through the history, current developments, and potential for future discoveries, as well as the challenges scientists currently face. Includes infographics, discussion questions, and two "Scientist Bio" features highlighting people who've done important work related to the IoT"--
10) Smart Vehicles
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
What makes something "smart?" In the Exploring the Internet of Things series, readers discover how inanimate objects, from watches to home speakers to even t-shirts, help people get things done better, faster, and smarter. In Smart Vehicles, readers will learn the practical application, technological and future advancements, and innovation of IoT in self-driving cars. Includes informative sidebars, data-focused text, and 21st Century Skills back matter...
11) Smart Healthcare
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
What makes something "smart?" In the Exploring the Internet of Things series, readers discover how inanimate objects, from watches to home speakers to even t-shirts, help people get things done better, faster, and smarter. In Smart Healthcare, readers will learn the practical application, technological and future advancements, and innovation of IoT in the medical industry. Includes informative sidebars, data-focused text, and 21st Century Skills back...
12) Smart Cities
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
What makes something "smart?" In the Exploring the Internet of Things series, readers discover how inanimate objects, from watches to home speakers to even t-shirts, help people get things done better, faster, and smarter. In Smart Cities, readers will learn the practical application, technological and future advancements, and innovation of IoT in cities around the world. Includes informative sidebars, data-focused text, and 21st Century Skills back...
13) Smart Farming
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
What makes something "smart?" In the Exploring the Internet of Things series, readers discover how inanimate objects, from watches to home speakers to even t-shirts, help people get things done better, faster, and smarter. In Smart Farming, readers will learn the practical application, technological and future advancements, and innovation of IoT in agriculture. Includes informative sidebars, data-focused text, and 21st Century Skills back matter content....
14) The internet
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
840L
Language
English
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Introduces readers to the science that makes the Internet possible. Accessible text, helpful diagrams, and a "How Does It Work?" feature make this book an exciting introduction to understanding technology.
15) Before computers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
580L
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English
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"Describes research and writing before the invention of computers, including doing research in a library and using a typewriter. Includes fun facts and a "Blast from the Past" section"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
580L
Language
English
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"Describes forms of communication and ways to contact others before social media, including letter writing, magazines and newspapers, and cameras. Includes fun facts and a "Blast from the Past" section"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Travel back in time to find out what life was like before the internet. Historical photographs, helpful infographics, and a "Blast from the Past" special feature provide readers an engaging overview of ways people searched for information, spent time with friends, and had fun.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Travel back in time to find out what life was like before online shopping. Historical photographs, helpful infographics, and a "Blast from the Past" special feature provide readers an engaging overview of delivery services, department stores, and other ways people got items they wanted.
19) The internet
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
300L
Language
English
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"In this book, readers will learn about the science and technology behind the development of the internet. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage readers as they learn more about the challenges in creating the internet and how this super science feat continues to improve our communication with the world."--
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Lexile measure
1060L
Language
English
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"Have you watched videos online today? Did you post photographs on social media? Did you upload your English essay to Google docs? All of these are questions about data! ...Explore the definition of data and learn how essential it is to our everyday lives. ...Learn about the history of data, the transition from paper to computers, and the role that search engines such as Google play in handling data. By making connections between the relationships...
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