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444+ Electricity and Electronics Fun Facts for Kids

by Dr. Rabea Hadi ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Morgan G ...

Series Audiobook 17 - 444 Fun Facts for Kids
Unabridged

1 hour 12 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Bonus: With this Audiobook, you'll get access to a free 400-page interactive humorous fantasy adventure (a $60 value)!Get ready to spark your child's curiosity with 444+ Electricity and Electronics Fun Facts for Kids! This engaging and educational book is packed with mind-blowing facts, exciting illustrations, and interactive quizzes that will ... Read more

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Bonus: With this Audiobook, you'll get access to a free 400-page interactive humorous fantasy adventure (a $60 value)!Get ready to spark your child's curiosity with 444+ Electricity and Electronics Fun Facts for Kids! This engaging and educational book is packed with mind-blowing facts, exciting illustrations, and interactive quizzes that will
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Audiobook

Astrophysicist and Space Advocate Neil deGrasse Tyson

by Marne Ventura ...

Narrated by Book Buddy Digital Media ...

Series series STEM Trailblazer Bios
Unabridged

14 min

Have you ever stared into the night sky, full of stars and planets? As a kid, Neil deGrasse Tyson was star-struck when he first visited a planetarium. The universe was calling him.Tyson pursued his interest in astronomy and studied to be an astrophysicist. In 1996, he became the director of New York's Hayden Planetarium. He is passionate about teaching people about the universe. Known for making ... Read more

$6.99 USD

Have you ever stared into the night sky, full of stars and planets? As a kid, Neil deGrasse Tyson was star-struck when he first visited a planetarium. The universe was calling him.Tyson pursued his interest in astronomy and studied to be an astrophysicist. In 1996, he became the director of New York's Hayden Planetarium. He is passionate about teaching people about the universe. Known for making
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Audiobook

Hidden Heroes in Technology

by Carol Kim ...

Narrated by Book Buddy Digital Media ...

Series series Who Else in History? (Alternator Books ®)
Unabridged

18 min

Tech is everywhere! Learn more about the innovators who created the technology world. These innovators are women, people of color, immigrants, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community who are ready to be recognized.From creating color television to the first search engine to computer chips, these heroes saw a world no one else thought was possible. Get to know how these innovators created their ... Read more

$6.99 USD

Tech is everywhere! Learn more about the innovators who created the technology world. These innovators are women, people of color, immigrants, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community who are ready to be recognized.From creating color television to the first search engine to computer chips, these heroes saw a world no one else thought was possible. Get to know how these innovators created their
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Audiobook

Magic Ramen

The Story of Momofuku Ando (A Mouth-Watering Picture Book Biography About the Invention of Instant Ramen for Kids Ages 4-8)

by Andrea Wang ...

Narrated by Max Newland ...

Unabridged

11 min

World War II was over, but in Japan, lines for a simple bowl of ramen noodles wound down the sidewalk. What Momofuku Ando did next would change food forever. Andrea Wang, author of Watercress (a Newberry honor book and winner of the Caldecott Medal), tells the true story behind the creation of one of the world's most popular foods."An inspiring story of persistence and an ideal purchase for any ... Read more

$15.00 USD

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World War II was over, but in Japan, lines for a simple bowl of ramen noodles wound down the sidewalk. What Momofuku Ando did next would change food forever. Andrea Wang, author of Watercress (a Newberry honor book and winner of the Caldecott Medal), tells the true story behind the creation of one of the world's most popular foods."An inspiring story of persistence and an ideal purchase for any
... Read more
Audiobook

Philo Farnsworth and the Television

by Ellen Niz ...

Narrated by Various Narrators ...

Unabridged

17 min

Tells the story of how Philo Farnsworth came up with the idea for electronic television at age 14, and later developed his idea into the technology for television that is still used today. Written in graphic-novel format. ... Read more

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Tells the story of how Philo Farnsworth came up with the idea for electronic television at age 14, and later developed his idea into the technology for television that is still used today. Written in graphic-novel format.
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Audiobook

Robot's New Moves, A

by Andy Boyles ...

Narrated by Highlights for Children ...

Series series Read With Highlight
Unabridged

2 min

Scientists have programmed robots to figure out a way to keep going after becoming damaged. ... Read more

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Scientists have programmed robots to figure out a way to keep going after becoming damaged.
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Audiobook

Henry Ford and the Model T

by Michael O'Hearn ...

Narrated by Various Narrators ...

Unabridged

12 min

Tells the story of Henry Ford, along with his invention, the popular Model T automobile. ... Read more

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Tells the story of Henry Ford, along with his invention, the popular Model T automobile.
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Audiobook

Artificial Intelligence

by Betsy Rathburn ...

Narrated by Dana Fleming ...

Series series Cutting Edge Technology
Unabridged

6 min

Artificial intelligence is all around us! It’s in our classrooms, hospitals, and even in the smartphones in our pockets. But how does this technology work, where did it come from, and what will it bring in the future? Readers will discover the answers to these questions and more in this high-interest title packed with information. Engaging text and photos will pull readers in, and a diagram, ... Read more

$10.99 USD

Artificial intelligence is all around us! It’s in our classrooms, hospitals, and even in the smartphones in our pockets. But how does this technology work, where did it come from, and what will it bring in the future? Readers will discover the answers to these questions and more in this high-interest title packed with information. Engaging text and photos will pull readers in, and a diagram,
... Read more
Audiobook

Milton Hershey's Sweet Idea

A Chocolate Kingdom

by Sharon Katz Cooper ...

Narrated by Various Narrators ...

Series series The Story Behind the Name
Unabridged

7 min

Have you ever tasted a Hershey chocolate bar? Milton Hershey’s chocolate bars are famous around the world, but it wasn’t an easy path to turn his idea into a reality. Readers will love learning the story behind the name as they follow along with Milton’s beginnings as a family farmer, his string of failed candy businesses, and his eventual massive success. ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Have you ever tasted a Hershey chocolate bar? Milton Hershey’s chocolate bars are famous around the world, but it wasn’t an easy path to turn his idea into a reality. Readers will love learning the story behind the name as they follow along with Milton’s beginnings as a family farmer, his string of failed candy businesses, and his eventual massive success.
... Read more
Audiobook

First to the Future

Inventors, Innovators, and Ideas

by Dale Jones ...

Narrated by Soraya Butler ...

Series Audiobook 5 - Active Minds: Book of Firsts
Unabridged

25 min

Every moment in time has been shaped by curious minds looking toward the future. Forward-thinking inventors and innovators constantly create new technologies that make our lives easier—and more fun! Log on to look at discoveries that were made behind a computer screen. Every click, scroll, like, and share is a new step forward to shaping our world. ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Every moment in time has been shaped by curious minds looking toward the future. Forward-thinking inventors and innovators constantly create new technologies that make our lives easier—and more fun! Log on to look at discoveries that were made behind a computer screen. Every click, scroll, like, and share is a new step forward to shaping our world.
... Read more
Audiobook

"Swat the Fly!"

The Birth of the Fly Swatter

by Bob Rose ...

Narrated by Highlights for Children ...

Series series Read With Highlights
Unabridged

4 min

Highlights presents "Swat the Fly!" by Bob Rose: The invention of the fly swatter. ... Read more

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Highlights presents "Swat the Fly!" by Bob Rose: The invention of the fly swatter.
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Robots

Explore the World of Robotics and AI

by Neon Squid, Dr. Henny Admoni ...

Narrated by Daniel Henning ...

Series series Myth Busters
Unabridged

1 hour 20 min

**Robots features sound design and special effects to enhance your listening enjoyment. Listen out for the beeps and hums of computers and techno music!The future is here. Explore the world of robots and artificial intelligence in this kids’ STEM audiobook by robotics professor Dr. Henny Admoni.**Hang out in a factory with a pizza-making robot, blast into the past to meet the robot statues in ... Read more

$10.99 USD

**Robots features sound design and special effects to enhance your listening enjoyment. Listen out for the beeps and hums of computers and techno music!The future is here. Explore the world of robots and artificial intelligence in this kids’ STEM audiobook by robotics professor Dr. Henny Admoni.**Hang out in a factory with a pizza-making robot, blast into the past to meet the robot statues in
... Read more
Audiobook

Smartphones

by Lisa J. Amstutz ...

Narrated by Elizabeth Cottle ...

Series series Focus Readers: How It Works
Unabridged

11 min

Introduces readers to the science that makes Smartphones possible. Accessible text and engaging discussion topcs make this short audiobook an exciting introduction to understanding technology. ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Introduces readers to the science that makes Smartphones possible. Accessible text and engaging discussion topcs make this short audiobook an exciting introduction to understanding technology.
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Audiobook

Johann Gutenberg and the Printing Press

by Kay Olson ...

Narrated by Various ...

Unabridged

17 min

Tells the story of Johann Gutenberg and the invention of the printing press. Written in graphic-novel format. ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Tells the story of Johann Gutenberg and the invention of the printing press. Written in graphic-novel format.
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Audiobook

Leaping on the Run

by Andy Boyles ...

Narrated by Highlights for Children ...

Series series Read With Highlight
Unabridged

2 min

MIT Cheetah, a robot developed at MIT, can run and jump hurdles without missing a step! Sidebar on how its vision system works. ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

MIT Cheetah, a robot developed at MIT, can run and jump hurdles without missing a step! Sidebar on how its vision system works.
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Audiobook

Repurpose It

Invent New Uses for Old Stuff

by Tammy Enz ...

Narrated by Various Narrators ...

Series series Invent It
Unabridged

29 min

Create amazing inventions and help the environment at the same time. In Repurpose It, you’ll invent a solar still, a bug robot, a textbook safe, and many other resourceful contraptions. When it comes to inventing, your imagination has no limits! ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Create amazing inventions and help the environment at the same time. In Repurpose It, you’ll invent a solar still, a bug robot, a textbook safe, and many other resourceful contraptions. When it comes to inventing, your imagination has no limits!
... Read more
Audiobook

Weather Robots

by Christine Zuchora-Walske ...

Narrated by Intuitive ...

Series series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Robots Everywhere!
Unabridged

4 min

Robots help us understand our weather and climate. Some fly into storms to measure wind. Others dive into the ocean to learn about weather patterns. And some drive across frigid polar regions to gather climate data. How are robots helping us plan for the weather of the future? Read this book to find out! ... Read more

$8.99 USD

Robots help us understand our weather and climate. Some fly into storms to measure wind. Others dive into the ocean to learn about weather patterns. And some drive across frigid polar regions to gather climate data. How are robots helping us plan for the weather of the future? Read this book to find out!
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Audiobook

John Deere's Powerful Idea

The Perfect Plow

by Terry Collins ...

Narrated by Various Narrators ...

Series series The Story Behind the Name
Unabridged

6 min

Have you ever seen a John Deere tractor? John Deere’s farm equipment brand is famous around the world, but it wasn’t an easy path to turn his ideas into reality. Readers will love learning the story behind the name as they follow along with John’s beginnings as a blacksmith, obstacles in business, and eventual massive success. ... Read more

$3.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Have you ever seen a John Deere tractor? John Deere’s farm equipment brand is famous around the world, but it wasn’t an easy path to turn his ideas into reality. Readers will love learning the story behind the name as they follow along with John’s beginnings as a blacksmith, obstacles in business, and eventual massive success.
... Read more
Audiobook

Robots at Home

by Christine Zuchora-Walske ...

Narrated by Intuitive ...

Series series Lightning Bolt Books ® — Robots Everywhere!
Unabridged

5 min

Robots work in homes every day. Some vacuum floors or mow lawns. Others keep people company. And some help kids have fun! What robots might you find in someone's home? Read this book to find out! ... Read more

$8.99 USD

Robots work in homes every day. Some vacuum floors or mow lawns. Others keep people company. And some help kids have fun! What robots might you find in someone's home? Read this book to find out!
... Read more
Audiobook

Terrific Transportation Inventions

by Laura Hamilton Waxman ...

Narrated by Intuitive ...

Series series Awesome Inventions You Use Every Day
Unabridged

28 min

Did you know that the world's first submarine traveled the Thames River in England way back in 1615? Or that early cars had three wheels instead of four? Get ready to learn the fascinating stories behind inventions you use every day. From the motorcycle inventor who died while riding his creation to the engineers who figured out a better way to launch humans into space, you'll find out how we got ... Read more

$6.99 USD

Did you know that the world's first submarine traveled the Thames River in England way back in 1615? Or that early cars had three wheels instead of four? Get ready to learn the fascinating stories behind inventions you use every day. From the motorcycle inventor who died while riding his creation to the engineers who figured out a better way to launch humans into space, you'll find out how we got
... Read more
Audiobook

Wright Brothers and the Airplane, The

by Xavier Niz ...

Narrated by Various Narrators ...

Unabridged

17 min

Tells the story of how Wilbur and Orville Wright developed, tested, and successfully flew the first powered airplane. ... Read more

$7.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Tells the story of how Wilbur and Orville Wright developed, tested, and successfully flew the first powered airplane.
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Audiobook

YouTube Founders Steve Chen, Chad Hurley, and Jawed Karim

by Patricia Wooster ...

Narrated by Book Buddy Digital Media ...

Series series STEM Trailblazer Bios
Unabridged

14 min

Have you ever watched a home video that went viral on the Internet? Then you've probably heard of the company YouTube.YouTube was created by Steve Chen, Chad Hurley, and Jawed Karim in 2005. When these three friends wanted to share a video from a party, they realized they were on to something. They thought other people would want an easy way to share videos online too. The website they built ... Read more

$6.99 USD

Have you ever watched a home video that went viral on the Internet? Then you've probably heard of the company YouTube.YouTube was created by Steve Chen, Chad Hurley, and Jawed Karim in 2005. When these three friends wanted to share a video from a party, they realized they were on to something. They thought other people would want an easy way to share videos online too. The website they built
... Read more
Audiobook

Make Way for Animals!

A World of Wildlife Crossings

by Meeg Pincus ...

Narrated by Book Buddy Digital Media ...

Unabridged

11 min

Around the world, busy roads and highways block animal paths. What can we do to keep animals safe and allow them to go where they need to go? We can build wildlife crossings!Take a world tour of wildlife crossings from elephant underpasses in Kenya to grassy badger bridges in the Netherlands to crab crossings on Christmas Island. Discover all sorts of innovative crossings for all kinds of ... Read more

$6.99 USD

Around the world, busy roads and highways block animal paths. What can we do to keep animals safe and allow them to go where they need to go? We can build wildlife crossings!Take a world tour of wildlife crossings from elephant underpasses in Kenya to grassy badger bridges in the Netherlands to crab crossings on Christmas Island. Discover all sorts of innovative crossings for all kinds of
... Read more
Audiobook

The Electric Guitar

A Graphic History

by Blake Hoena ...

Narrated by Book Buddy Digital Media ...

Series series Amazing Inventions
Unabridged

22 min

For decades, the blasts and howls of the electric guitar have been some of the defining sounds of popular music. But more than a century of effort and innovation had to happen before this instrument went electric. Learn about the master craftspeople who created the guitar as we know it, the inventors who figured out how to send guitar notes through amplifiers and give the guitar a bigger sound, ... Read more

$19.99 USD

For decades, the blasts and howls of the electric guitar have been some of the defining sounds of popular music. But more than a century of effort and innovation had to happen before this instrument went electric. Learn about the master craftspeople who created the guitar as we know it, the inventors who figured out how to send guitar notes through amplifiers and give the guitar a bigger sound,
... Read more

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