Coloradans have always been trailblazers. It is no wonder that so many enterprising, innovative, and revolutionary thinkers have originated from or spent much of their lives in the Centennial State. This book celebrates Colorado's most famous scientists, engineers, and technological pioneers from the Nobel prize winning chemist Thomas Cech and the barrier-breaking physician Justina Ford to the man who transformed the mining industry, John George Leyner....

Rich histories and bright futures can be found in nations spread all across the European continent. The area's traditions of excellence in science, technology, and economics are contributing to its continued success. From the economic strength of the European Union to the controversy of Brexit, this book examines recent developments from the region that are having global effects. Full-color photographs and informative graphic organizers emphasize...

Home to some of the world's most advanced and densely populated cities, South Asia has contributed more than its fair share of innovations to science and technology. Guided and supported by their natural resources, the economics of countries in this region have a broad impact on the rest of the world. Through full-color photographs and a fact-filled narrative, this book offers readers a glimpse of how this area of the globe is advancing into the future....

How do the advances in science, technology, and economics in Sub-Saharan Africa impact the larger global community? This book takes a close look at the past and present technology that has developed in Sub-Saharan Africa, and how it ties into the area's natural resources and factors of production. Informative graphic organizers, fact-filled text, and vivid photographs will help readers develop a strong understanding of the global influence of Sub-Saharan...

Reality for the individual ends at death. But medical technology is making that endpoint increasingly hard to define. Consider what it means to die and the complications that would ensue if we developed brain transplants or found the secret of immortality.

From abundant natural resources to controversial political maneuvering, the countries that make up East and Southeast Asia are undoubtedly having an effect on global economics. How are these countries adapting their factors of production with cutting-edge technology and scientific breakthroughs? What does the economic future of the region look like? This book explains the answers to such questions, using fact-filled graphic organizers and gripping...

"Jean Barbre's newest book offers rich, play-based, and developmentally appropriate STEM activities for the youngest of children--infants, toddlers, and twos. It also provides teachers with a strong basis of theory and practice in support of early childhood STEM education, instilling an awareness of the teachable STEM moments and suggesting a plethora of strategies, techniques, tips, and tools to lay the foundation for young children's twenty-first...

It's springtime again in Deanville and everything is in full bloom-including some microscopic nuisances that put a damper on outdoor activities. What could it be? Help Jesse use science skills to figure it out!

It's a beautiful day in Deanville and the gang is presented with a new challenge. How will the kids solve this difficult new task? And how does a Greek mathematician play an important role in the solution? Think like an engineer and work alongside Jesse and pals to figure it out!