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Psychology for curious kids : an illustrated introduction to brain science, identity, mental health--and more!

Claybourne, Anna.


Includes index. How the brain works -- What is the mind? -- Human behavior -- Growing and changing -- Brain experiments -- Mental health and illness. "Discover the workings of the most complex object in the known universe--the human brain. Explore how our minds work in this thought-provoking guide to psychology. Unlock a whole new way of thinking about... the brain and the body, individual and group decisions, memories and thoughts, mental health. From brain experiments, intelligence, and mental illness, to dreams, emotions, and personality--uncover the science behind our actions and abilities"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2025

Includes index. How the brain works -- What is the mind? -- Human behavior -- Growing and changing -- Brain experiments -- Mental health and illness. "Discover the workings of the most complex object in the known universe--the human brain. Explore how our minds work in this thought-provoking guide to psychology. Unlock a whole new way of thinking about... the brain and the body, individual and group decisions, memories and thoughts, mental health. From brain experiments, intelligence, and mental illness, to dreams, emotions, and personality--uncover the science behind our actions and abilities"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2025

Reactions : an illustrated exploration of elements, molecules, and change in the universe

Gray, Theodore W.,


Includes index. Chemistry is magic -- Atoms, elements, molecules, reactions -- Fantastic reactions and where to find them -- On the origin of light and color -- The boring chapter -- The need for speed. The book begins with a brief recap of elements and molecules and then goes on to explain important concepts that characterize a chemical reaction, including Energy, Entropy, and Time. It is then organized by type of reaction including Combustion, Photosynthesis, Respiration, Oxidation, and Fermentation. A special section dedicated to chemical cycles includes The Carbon Cycle, The Iron Cycle, and The Lime Cycle.
Date Published:2017

Includes index. Chemistry is magic -- Atoms, elements, molecules, reactions -- Fantastic reactions and where to find them -- On the origin of light and color -- The boring chapter -- The need for speed. The book begins with a brief recap of elements and molecules and then goes on to explain important concepts that characterize a chemical reaction, including Energy, Entropy, and Time. It is then organized by type of reaction including Combustion, Photosynthesis, Respiration, Oxidation, and Fermentation. A special section dedicated to chemical cycles includes The Carbon Cycle, The Iron Cycle, and The Lime Cycle.

Date Published:2017

The coolest stuff on Earth : a closer look at the weird, wild, and wonderful

Royce, Brenda Scott,


Includes index. Magnificent marvels -- Travel unraveled -- Extraordinary animals -- History's mysteries -- Shocking science -- Peculiar planet -- Spectacular sports -- Money decoded -- Epic extremes. "Did you know that dogs can shake off a pound of water in less than a second? That some sand dunes whistle and sing? That the U.S. dollar bill is full of hidden symbols related to the number 13? Our world is filled with strange, bizarre, and weird happenings. But what do they mean? WHY are they important? And what secrets are behind them?" -- Amazon.com.
Date Published:2020

Includes index. Magnificent marvels -- Travel unraveled -- Extraordinary animals -- History's mysteries -- Shocking science -- Peculiar planet -- Spectacular sports -- Money decoded -- Epic extremes. "Did you know that dogs can shake off a pound of water in less than a second? That some sand dunes whistle and sing? That the U.S. dollar bill is full of hidden symbols related to the number 13? Our world is filled with strange, bizarre, and weird happenings. But what do they mean? WHY are they important? And what secrets are behind them?" -- Amazon.com.

Date Published:2020

The elements : a visual exploration of every known atom in the universe

Gray, Theodore W.


The elements are what we - and everything around us - are made of. But how many elements have you seen in their pure, raw, uncombined form? This book presents photographic representations of the 118 elements in the period table, along with facts, figures and stories about each one.
Date Published:2009

Tech lab : brilliant builds for super makers

Challoner, Jack,


Includes index. Foreword -- Staying safe -- Toolbox -- Components -- Skills -- Electric circuits -- Breadboards -- Troubleshooting -- Coin battery -- Motor -- Generator -- Handheld fan -- Matchbox microphone -- Bugbot -- Electromagnetic crane -- Door alarm -- Infinity mirror -- AM radio -- Buzzer game -- Breadboard car -- Remote-controlled snake -- Circuit organ -- Bottle boat -- Pipe stereo -- Ferrous metal sensor -- Automatic night-light -- Circuit diagrams -- Glossary. . Keep your siblings out of your room with a brilliant bedroom alarm, power a propellor motorboat, make a thermoelectric phone charger, build a set of speakers, and construct a crane by following step-by-step instructions and using affordable equipment. This book will engage budding scientists and engineers as they experiment, invent, trial, and test technology, electronics, and mechanics at home. Simple steps with clear photographs take readers through the stages of each low-cost project, with fact-filled panels to explain the science behind each one, and to fascinate them with real-world examples. This is the perfect companion for any inquisitive child with an interest in exploring STEM subjects, how the worlds of science experiments and technology work, and why.
Date Published:2019

Includes index. Foreword -- Staying safe -- Toolbox -- Components -- Skills -- Electric circuits -- Breadboards -- Troubleshooting -- Coin battery -- Motor -- Generator -- Handheld fan -- Matchbox microphone -- Bugbot -- Electromagnetic crane -- Door alarm -- Infinity mirror -- AM radio -- Buzzer game -- Breadboard car -- Remote-controlled snake -- Circuit organ -- Bottle boat -- Pipe stereo -- Ferrous metal sensor -- Automatic night-light -- Circuit diagrams -- Glossary. . Keep your siblings out of your room with a brilliant bedroom alarm, power a propellor motorboat, make a thermoelectric phone charger, build a set of speakers, and construct a crane by following step-by-step instructions and using affordable equipment. This book will engage budding scientists and engineers as they experiment, invent, trial, and test technology, electronics, and mechanics at home. Simple steps with clear photographs take readers through the stages of each low-cost project, with fact-filled panels to explain the science behind each one, and to fascinate them with real-world examples. This is the perfect companion for any inquisitive child with an interest in exploring STEM subjects, how the worlds of science experiments and technology work, and why.

Date Published:2019

Awesome architecture activities for kids : 25 exciting STEAM projects to design and build

Mulder-Slater, Andrea, 1971-,


Part I. All about architecture -- Part II. The projects -- Part III. Putting it all together. Get kids excited about architecture with hands-on activities. "Help kids build their design skills with architecture activities for ages 5 to 10. Architects create the spaces we use every day--but how do they know what a building should look like? Kids will uncover the answer with this book of 25 at-home architecture activities! Inside, they'll explore the key principles of building and design through creative projects like constructing a bridge, designing a garden, and planning a shopping center. Kids can even practice thinking like an architect as they answer questions about each activity and take notes on what they learn. Best of all, the projects get more challenging as the book progresses, encouraging kids to apply their new knowledge to the next activities" --
Date Published:2023

Part I. All about architecture -- Part II. The projects -- Part III. Putting it all together. Get kids excited about architecture with hands-on activities. "Help kids build their design skills with architecture activities for ages 5 to 10. Architects create the spaces we use every day--but how do they know what a building should look like? Kids will uncover the answer with this book of 25 at-home architecture activities! Inside, they'll explore the key principles of building and design through creative projects like constructing a bridge, designing a garden, and planning a shopping center. Kids can even practice thinking like an architect as they answer questions about each activity and take notes on what they learn. Best of all, the projects get more challenging as the book progresses, encouraging kids to apply their new knowledge to the next activities" --

Date Published:2023

Biology for curious kids : discover the wondrous living world!

Baker, Laura,


Includes index. "Discover the wonders of life with this beautifully illustrated, inspirational, and accessible book. It's packed with clear, thoughtful, and engaging explanations of the natural world. If you've ever wondered how your body works, or what trees are made of, or why animals behave as they do, then you've come to the right place!" --
Date Published:2022

Where on Earth : our world as you've never seen it before


Map on endpapers. Relief shown by shading and gradient tints. Includes index. "Where can you find the world's deadliest creatures? Where are the most explosive volcanoes? Where is the hottest place on the planet? Where do the world's billionaires live? Find the answers to these and thousands of other fascinating questions in this mind-boggling atlas of just about everything!"--Back cover. Land, sea, and air -- Living world -- People and planet -- Engineering and technology -- History -- Culture. "This unique encyclopedia provides the complete picture of planet Earth as you've never seen it before, showcased in stunning photography and state-of-the-art maps. You'll discover exactly what is happening across the continents in six diverse chapters covering the Earth, the living world, people and planet, engineering and technology, history, and culture. On this endless adventure you'll climb the tallest buildings, swim the longest rivers, and travel back in time to see ancient wonders in all their glory. You'll come face to face with the deadliest creatures, dive down to underwater shipwrecks, and take charge of air traffic control."
Date Published:2021

Map on endpapers. Relief shown by shading and gradient tints. Includes index. "Where can you find the world's deadliest creatures? Where are the most explosive volcanoes? Where is the hottest place on the planet? Where do the world's billionaires live? Find the answers to these and thousands of other fascinating questions in this mind-boggling atlas of just about everything!"--Back cover. Land, sea, and air -- Living world -- People and planet -- Engineering and technology -- History -- Culture. "This unique encyclopedia provides the complete picture of planet Earth as you've never seen it before, showcased in stunning photography and state-of-the-art maps. You'll discover exactly what is happening across the continents in six diverse chapters covering the Earth, the living world, people and planet, engineering and technology, history, and culture. On this endless adventure you'll climb the tallest buildings, swim the longest rivers, and travel back in time to see ancient wonders in all their glory. You'll come face to face with the deadliest creatures, dive down to underwater shipwrecks, and take charge of air traffic control."

Date Published:2021

Chemistry for curious kids : an illustrated introduction to atoms, elements, chemical reactions, and more!

Huggins-Cooper, Lynn,


Includes index. "This inspirational book is packed with clear and engaging explanations of chemistry and its scientific principles. Supporting STEM learning, it is an ideal supplement to school education as it covers many core topics in an entertaining and easy-to-understand way." --
Date Published:2022

Math with bad drawings : illuminating the ideas that shape our reality

Orlin, Ben,


How to Think Like a Mathematician. Ultimate tic-tac-toe -- What does math look like to students? -- What does math look like to mathematicians? -- How science and math see each other -- Good mathematician vs. great mathematician -- Design : The Geometry of Stuff That Works. We built this city on triangles -- Irrational paper -- The square-cube fables -- The game of dice -- An oral history of the Death Star -- Probability : The Mathematics of Maybe. The 10 people you meet in line for the lottery -- Children of the coin -- What does probability mean in your profession? -- Weird insurance -- How to break the economy with a single pair of dice -- Statistics : The Fine Art of Honest Lying. Why not to trust statistics -- The last .400 hitter -- Barbarians at the gate of science -- The scoreboards war -- The book shredders -- On the Cusp : The Power of a Step. The final speck of diamond dust -- Bracketology -- One state, two state, red state, blue state -- The chaos of history. A hilarious reeducation in mathematics-full of joy, jokes, and stick figures-that sheds light on the countless practical and wonderful ways that math structures and shapes our world. In Math With Bad Drawings, Ben Orlin reveals to us what math actually is; its myriad uses, its strange symbols, and the wild leaps of logic and faith that define the usually impenetrable work of the mathematician. Truth and knowledge come in multiple forms: colorful drawings, encouraging jokes, and the stories and insights of an empathetic teacher who believes that math should belong to everyone. Orlin shows us how to think like a mathematician by teaching us a brand-new game of tic-tac-toe, how to understand an economic crises by rolling a pair of dice, and the mathematical headache that ensues when attempting to build a spherical Death Star. Every discussion in the book is illustrated with Orlin's trademark "bad drawings," which convey his message and insights with perfect pitch and clarity. With 24 chapters covering topics from the electoral college to human genetics to the reasons not to trust statistics, Math with Bad Drawings is a life-changing book for the math-estranged and math-enamored alike--Publisher's description.
Date Published:2023

How to Think Like a Mathematician. Ultimate tic-tac-toe -- What does math look like to students? -- What does math look like to mathematicians? -- How science and math see each other -- Good mathematician vs. great mathematician -- Design : The Geometry of Stuff That Works. We built this city on triangles -- Irrational paper -- The square-cube fables -- The game of dice -- An oral history of the Death Star -- Probability : The Mathematics of Maybe. The 10 people you meet in line for the lottery -- Children of the coin -- What does probability mean in your profession? -- Weird insurance -- How to break the economy with a single pair of dice -- Statistics : The Fine Art of Honest Lying. Why not to trust statistics -- The last .400 hitter -- Barbarians at the gate of science -- The scoreboards war -- The book shredders -- On the Cusp : The Power of a Step. The final speck of diamond dust -- Bracketology -- One state, two state, red state, blue state -- The chaos of history. A hilarious reeducation in mathematics-full of joy, jokes, and stick figures-that sheds light on the countless practical and wonderful ways that math structures and shapes our world. In Math With Bad Drawings, Ben Orlin reveals to us what math actually is; its myriad uses, its strange symbols, and the wild leaps of logic and faith that define the usually impenetrable work of the mathematician. Truth and knowledge come in multiple forms: colorful drawings, encouraging jokes, and the stories and insights of an empathetic teacher who believes that math should belong to everyone. Orlin shows us how to think like a mathematician by teaching us a brand-new game of tic-tac-toe, how to understand an economic crises by rolling a pair of dice, and the mathematical headache that ensues when attempting to build a spherical Death Star. Every discussion in the book is illustrated with Orlin's trademark "bad drawings," which convey his message and insights with perfect pitch and clarity. With 24 chapters covering topics from the electoral college to human genetics to the reasons not to trust statistics, Math with Bad Drawings is a life-changing book for the math-estranged and math-enamored alike--Publisher's description.

Date Published:2023

The cartoon guide to chemistry

Gonick, Larry.


Includes index. Hidden ingredients -- Matter becomes electric -- Togetherness -- Chemical reactions -- Heat of reaction -- Matter in a state -- Solutions -- Reaction rate and equilibrium -- Acid basics -- Chemical thermodynamics -- Electrochemistry -- Organic chemistry -- Using logarithms.
Date Published:2005

Molecules : the elements and the architecture of everything

Gray, Theodore W.,


Includes index. In his highly anticipated sequel to The Elements, Theodore Gray demonstrates how the elements of the periodic table combine to form the molecules that make up our world. Everything physical is made up of the elements and the infinite variety of molecules they form when they combine with each other. In Molecules, Theodore Gray takes the next step in the grand story that began with the periodic table in his best-selling book, The Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known Atom in the Universe. Here, he explores through fascinating stories and trademark stunning photography the most interesting, essential, useful, and beautiful of the millions of chemical structures that make up every material in the world. Gray begins with an explanation of how atoms bond to form molecules and compounds, as well as the difference between organic and inorganic chemistry. He then goes on to explore the vast array of materials molecules can create, including: soaps and solvents; goops and oils; rocks and ores; ropes and fibers; painkillers and dangerous drugs; sweeteners; perfumes and stink bombs; colors and pigments; and controversial compounds including asbestos, CFCs, and thimerosal. Big, gorgeous photographs, as well as diagrams of the compounds and their chemical bonds, rendered with never before seen beauty, fill the pages and capture molecules in their various states. As he did in The Elements, Gray shows us molecules as we've never seen them before. It's the perfect book for his loyal fans who've been eager for more and for anyone fascinated with the mysteries of the material world.--
Date Published:2014

Includes index. In his highly anticipated sequel to The Elements, Theodore Gray demonstrates how the elements of the periodic table combine to form the molecules that make up our world. Everything physical is made up of the elements and the infinite variety of molecules they form when they combine with each other. In Molecules, Theodore Gray takes the next step in the grand story that began with the periodic table in his best-selling book, The Elements: A Visual Exploration of Every Known Atom in the Universe. Here, he explores through fascinating stories and trademark stunning photography the most interesting, essential, useful, and beautiful of the millions of chemical structures that make up every material in the world. Gray begins with an explanation of how atoms bond to form molecules and compounds, as well as the difference between organic and inorganic chemistry. He then goes on to explore the vast array of materials molecules can create, including: soaps and solvents; goops and oils; rocks and ores; ropes and fibers; painkillers and dangerous drugs; sweeteners; perfumes and stink bombs; colors and pigments; and controversial compounds including asbestos, CFCs, and thimerosal. Big, gorgeous photographs, as well as diagrams of the compounds and their chemical bonds, rendered with never before seen beauty, fill the pages and capture molecules in their various states. As he did in The Elements, Gray shows us molecules as we've never seen them before. It's the perfect book for his loyal fans who've been eager for more and for anyone fascinated with the mysteries of the material world.--

Date Published:2014

How things work : the inner life of everyday machines

Gray, Theodore W.,


Includes index. "Another masterpiece" (BoingBoing), by Theodore Gray, How Things Work explores the inner workings of machines, big and small, revealing the extraordinary science, beauty, and rich history of everyday things. Theodore Gray has become a household name among fans, both young and old, of popular science and mechanics with his bestselling trilogy of books: The Elements, Molecules, and Reactions. In How Things Work, he explores the mechanical underpinnings of dozens of types of machines, from the cotton gin to the wristwatch to an industrial loom, and shares his deep, firsthand appreciation and knowledge of the world's most essential mechanical systems. Filled with stunning original photographs by Nick Mann, How Things Work is a must-have exploration of stuff-large and small-for any builder, maker or lover of mechanical things.
Date Published:2022

Includes index. "Another masterpiece" (BoingBoing), by Theodore Gray, How Things Work explores the inner workings of machines, big and small, revealing the extraordinary science, beauty, and rich history of everyday things. Theodore Gray has become a household name among fans, both young and old, of popular science and mechanics with his bestselling trilogy of books: The Elements, Molecules, and Reactions. In How Things Work, he explores the mechanical underpinnings of dozens of types of machines, from the cotton gin to the wristwatch to an industrial loom, and shares his deep, firsthand appreciation and knowledge of the world's most essential mechanical systems. Filled with stunning original photographs by Nick Mann, How Things Work is a must-have exploration of stuff-large and small-for any builder, maker or lover of mechanical things.

Date Published:2022

What's the point of math

Davis, Ben Ffrancon,


Includes index. What's the point of numbers and counting? -- What's the point of shapes and measuring? -- What's the point of patterns and sequences? -- What's the point of data and statistics? -- What's the point of probability and logic?. Provides an introduction to mathematics and its uses, discussing numbers and counting, shapes and measurements, patterns and sequences, data and statistics, and probability and logic.
Date Published:2020

Includes index. What's the point of numbers and counting? -- What's the point of shapes and measuring? -- What's the point of patterns and sequences? -- What's the point of data and statistics? -- What's the point of probability and logic?. Provides an introduction to mathematics and its uses, discussing numbers and counting, shapes and measurements, patterns and sequences, data and statistics, and probability and logic.

Date Published:2020

What's the point of philosophy

Atkinson, Sam,


Includes index. What's the point of philosophy? -- What's the point of thinking about existence? -- What's the point of thinking about knowledge? -- What's the point of thinking about right and wrong? -- What's the point of thinking about equality? -- What's the point of thinking about thinking?. "Why is philosophy important? What's so great about it? Leap into the world of philosophy and discover questions about life, the universe, and human behavior that great thinkers have pondered throughout history, and which are still being asked today."--
Date Published:2022

Includes index. What's the point of philosophy? -- What's the point of thinking about existence? -- What's the point of thinking about knowledge? -- What's the point of thinking about right and wrong? -- What's the point of thinking about equality? -- What's the point of thinking about thinking?. "Why is philosophy important? What's so great about it? Leap into the world of philosophy and discover questions about life, the universe, and human behavior that great thinkers have pondered throughout history, and which are still being asked today."--

Date Published:2022

How to : absurd scientific advice for common real-world problems

Munroe, Randall,


Introduction -- How to jump really high -- How to throw a pool party -- How to dig a hole -- How to play the piano -- How to listen to music -- How to make an emergency landing -- How to cross a river -- How to move -- How to keep your house from moving -- How to chase a tornado -- How to build a lava moat -- How to throw things -- How to play football -- How to predict the weather -- How to go places -- How to play tag -- How to ski -- How to mail a package -- How to power your house (on Earth) -- How to power your house (on Mars) -- How to make friends -- How to blow out birthday candles -- How to walk a dog -- How to send a file -- How to charge your phone -- How to take a selfie -- How to catch a drone -- How to tell if you're a Nineties Kid -- How to win an election -- How to decorate a tree -- How to build a highway -- How to get somewhere fast -- How to be on time -- How to dispose of this book -- How to change a lightbulb. For any task you might want to do, there's a right way, a wrong way, and a way so monumentally complex, excessive, and inadvisable that no one would ever try it. Munroe has created a guide to the third kind of approach. He provides highly impractical advice for everything from landing a plane to digging a hole. Cartoonist Randall Munroe (xkcd) explains how to predict the weather by analyzing the pixels of your Facebook photos. He teaches you how to tell if you're a baby boomer or a 90's kid by measuring the radioactivity of your teeth. He offers tips for taking a selfie with a telescope, crossing a river by boiling it, and powering your house by destroying the fabric of space-time. And if you want to get rid of the book once you're done with it, he walks you through your options for proper disposal, including dissolving it in the ocean, converting it to a vapor, using tectonic plates to subduct it into the Earth's mantle, or launching it into the Sun. By exploring the most complicated ways to do simple tasks, Munroe invites us to explore the most absurd reaches of the possible and helps us better understand the science and technology underlying the things we do every day.--
Date Published:2019

Introduction -- How to jump really high -- How to throw a pool party -- How to dig a hole -- How to play the piano -- How to listen to music -- How to make an emergency landing -- How to cross a river -- How to move -- How to keep your house from moving -- How to chase a tornado -- How to build a lava moat -- How to throw things -- How to play football -- How to predict the weather -- How to go places -- How to play tag -- How to ski -- How to mail a package -- How to power your house (on Earth) -- How to power your house (on Mars) -- How to make friends -- How to blow out birthday candles -- How to walk a dog -- How to send a file -- How to charge your phone -- How to take a selfie -- How to catch a drone -- How to tell if you're a Nineties Kid -- How to win an election -- How to decorate a tree -- How to build a highway -- How to get somewhere fast -- How to be on time -- How to dispose of this book -- How to change a lightbulb. For any task you might want to do, there's a right way, a wrong way, and a way so monumentally complex, excessive, and inadvisable that no one would ever try it. Munroe has created a guide to the third kind of approach. He provides highly impractical advice for everything from landing a plane to digging a hole. Cartoonist Randall Munroe (xkcd) explains how to predict the weather by analyzing the pixels of your Facebook photos. He teaches you how to tell if you're a baby boomer or a 90's kid by measuring the radioactivity of your teeth. He offers tips for taking a selfie with a telescope, crossing a river by boiling it, and powering your house by destroying the fabric of space-time. And if you want to get rid of the book once you're done with it, he walks you through your options for proper disposal, including dissolving it in the ocean, converting it to a vapor, using tectonic plates to subduct it into the Earth's mantle, or launching it into the Sun. By exploring the most complicated ways to do simple tasks, Munroe invites us to explore the most absurd reaches of the possible and helps us better understand the science and technology underlying the things we do every day.--

Date Published:2019

The cartoon introduction to calculus

Klein, Grady,


With a witty and engaging narrative full of jokes and insights and with Grady Klein and Yoram Bauman as our guides, we scale the dual peaks of Mount Derivative and Mount Integral, and from their summits we see how calculus relates to the rest of mathematics. Beginning with the problems of speed and area, Klein and Bauman show how the discipline is unified by a fundamental theorem. We meet such geniuses as Archimedes, Liu Hui, and Bonaventura Cavalieri, who survived the slopes on intuition but prepared us for the avalanche-like dangers posed by mathematical rigor. Then we trek onward, scrambling through limits, extreme values, optimization, and integration, and learn how calculus can be applied to economics, physics, and so much more. With a witty and engaging narrative full of jokes and insights.
Date Published:2019

With a witty and engaging narrative full of jokes and insights and with Grady Klein and Yoram Bauman as our guides, we scale the dual peaks of Mount Derivative and Mount Integral, and from their summits we see how calculus relates to the rest of mathematics. Beginning with the problems of speed and area, Klein and Bauman show how the discipline is unified by a fundamental theorem. We meet such geniuses as Archimedes, Liu Hui, and Bonaventura Cavalieri, who survived the slopes on intuition but prepared us for the avalanche-like dangers posed by mathematical rigor. Then we trek onward, scrambling through limits, extreme values, optimization, and integration, and learn how calculus can be applied to economics, physics, and so much more. With a witty and engaging narrative full of jokes and insights.

Date Published:2019

The brain

Facts


Includes index. The human brain -- The sensational world -- Moods and emotions -- Individuality -- Memory and learning -- Communication -- The brain and action -- The social brain -- Neurodiversity -- The rational brain -- The conscious brain. "The clearest, simplest guide to understanding the human brain. The human brain is a most remarkable organ, but how well do we really understand the way it works? Discover more about what goes on in your head with this guide to the brain and the mind, based on the latest neuroscience research. What is a brain and what is the mind? Do you only use 10% of your brain? Why do some people hear colour? Simply The Brain explores everything that goes on in the brain when you think, feel, and perceive the world around you. If you simply want a jargon-free reference to the mind and the brain, this essential guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily. Covering more than 90 key ideas from neurons and nerves to forming memories and brain implants, each pared-back entry explains the concept more clearly than ever before. Combining bold, elegant graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply The Brain is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge"--Publisher's description.
Date Published:2022

Includes index. The human brain -- The sensational world -- Moods and emotions -- Individuality -- Memory and learning -- Communication -- The brain and action -- The social brain -- Neurodiversity -- The rational brain -- The conscious brain. "The clearest, simplest guide to understanding the human brain. The human brain is a most remarkable organ, but how well do we really understand the way it works? Discover more about what goes on in your head with this guide to the brain and the mind, based on the latest neuroscience research. What is a brain and what is the mind? Do you only use 10% of your brain? Why do some people hear colour? Simply The Brain explores everything that goes on in the brain when you think, feel, and perceive the world around you. If you simply want a jargon-free reference to the mind and the brain, this essential guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily. Covering more than 90 key ideas from neurons and nerves to forming memories and brain implants, each pared-back entry explains the concept more clearly than ever before. Combining bold, elegant graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply The Brain is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge"--Publisher's description.

Date Published:2022

Super simple math : the ultimate bite-size study guide

Cottingham, Belle,


"Smithsonian"--Cover. Includes index. "From multiplication to fractions and from algebra to geometry, this guide makes complex topics easy to grasp at a glance"--
Date Published:2021

Supersimple biology : the ultimate bite-size study guide

Farthing, Anne,


At head of title: DK Smithsonian. Includes index. Statement of responsibility from colophon. Working scientifically -- What is life? -- Cells -- Transport and cells -- Respiration -- Enzymes -- Nutrition in plants -- Nutrition in humans -- Transport in plants -- Transport in animals -- Nervous system -- Hormones -- Reproduction -- Genetics and biotechnology -- Evolution -- Ecology -- Humans and the environment -- Health. "From reproduction to respiration and from enzymes to ecosystems, every topic is fully illustrated to support the information, make the facts clear, and bring biology to life. For key ideas, "How it works" and "Look closer" boxes explain the theory with the help of simple graphics. And for revision, a handy "Key facts" box provides a summary you can check back on later."--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2020

At head of title: DK Smithsonian. Includes index. Statement of responsibility from colophon. Working scientifically -- What is life? -- Cells -- Transport and cells -- Respiration -- Enzymes -- Nutrition in plants -- Nutrition in humans -- Transport in plants -- Transport in animals -- Nervous system -- Hormones -- Reproduction -- Genetics and biotechnology -- Evolution -- Ecology -- Humans and the environment -- Health. "From reproduction to respiration and from enzymes to ecosystems, every topic is fully illustrated to support the information, make the facts clear, and bring biology to life. For key ideas, "How it works" and "Look closer" boxes explain the theory with the help of simple graphics. And for revision, a handy "Key facts" box provides a summary you can check back on later."--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2020