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A series of programs made for television that explore the pyramid fields and ancient temples in Egypt and ancient megalithic sites around the world looking for clues of sophisticated technology. The series is based on the extensive research done in Egypt and around the world by Dr. Carmen Boulter of the University of Calgary.

Examines the technological aspects of the American Revolution, including muskets, artillery, and trenches.

In "The New Childhood," Jordan Shapiro provides a hopeful counterpoint to the fearful hand-wringing that has come to define our narrative around children and technology. Drawing on groundbreaking research in economics, psychology, philosophy, and education, "The New Childhood" shows how technology is guiding humanity toward a bright future in which our children will be able to create new, better models of global citizenship, connection, and community....

Examines the technological aspects of the American Civil War, including balloons, iron-clad ships, and Gatling guns.

"When the technologies we use every day collapse our experiences into 24/7 availability, platforms for personal branding, and products to be monetized, nothing can be quite so radical as . . . doing nothing. Here, Jenny Odell sends up a flare from the heart of Silicon Valley, delivering an action plan to resist capitalist narratives of productivity and techno-determinism, and to become more meaningfully connected in the process" -- Provided by publisher. We...

"Celebrating the invention of vehicles, this collective biography tells the inspiring stories of the visionaries who changed the way we move through air, water, and land. Perfect for fans of Mistakes that Worked and Girls Think of Everything"--

"Technology can make work easier, safer, and more fun. But some technology can also be harmful to the environment. Read about how we can make responsible choices in our use of technologies to help lessen the harm to the environment."-- Provided by publisher.

"How will the world look in the future? Will we be riding in flying cars, will we be living on Mars, will we be able to bring dinosaurs back from extinction and keep them as pets, could we be 3D printing our dinner? In this book, you will imagine amazing new technologies and then find out how likely they could be according to the real life scientists who are working on making them reality. Have you ever wondered what the future may look like? In this...

"The Art of Tinkering is a collection of exhibits, artwork, and projects that celebrate a whole new way to learn, in which people create their own knowledge through making and doing, working with readily available materials, getting their hands dirty, collaborating with others, problem-solving in the most fun sense of the word, and, yes, oftentimes failing and bouncing back from getting stuck. Each artist featured in The Art of Tinkering goes through...

"From a world-renowned expert on creative play and the impact of commercial marketing on children, a timely investigation into how big tech is hijacking childhood-and what we can do about it"-- Provided by publisher.