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1) 3D printing
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"As they become more common and more powerful, 3D printers are allowing makers everywhere to bring their ideas to life. Readers will discover new processes, integrate visual information with text, and learn technical word meanings as they discover how 3D printers work and how makers are using them today. They will also learn how to create their own inventions from 3D computer models."--Publisher's web site.
2) Littlebits
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"With LittleBits, you can build your own electronic devices using modules that snap together easily with magnets. With this book, students learn the art of innovation through detailed explanations and hands-on activities built to foster creativity and problem solving. Fun, engaging text introduces readers to new ideas and builds on maker-related concepts they may already know. Additional tools, including a glossary and an index, help students learn...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
"Makers of all ages are using LEGO bricks to create robots. In this book, students learn more about this recent innovation through detailed explanations built to foster creativity and critical thinking. Fun, engaging text introduces readers to new ideas and builds on maker-related concepts they may already know. Additional tools, including a glossary and an index, help students learn new vocabulary and locate information."--
4) 3D modeling
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"Learn how to create computer-generate 3D models like the ones used in video games and animated films"--
5) Makerspaces
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Makers often come together to form communities where they can exchange ideas and equipment. Readers will set foot in some of the world's most interesting makerspaces and see what kinds of tools makers use to create their projects. They will also learn how to find makerspaces of their own.
6) Arduino
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Explains how the Arduino microcontroller can be used to make a robot and perform other functions, and describes the device's different components and features.
7) Game design
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"From simple board games to the latest in video game technology makers are hard at work designing fun new ways to play. Readers will discover new processes, integrate visual information with text, and learn technical word meanings as they find out how games are designed and what makes a good game. They will also learn how to plan and create games of their own."--Publisher's web site.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Learn how to think critically about the design of things you want to make. Readers will learn to analyze the efficiency of their plans, while still feeling encouraged to push forward with new ideas. Photos, sidebars, and callouts help readers draw connections between new concepts in this book and other makers-related concepts they may already know. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information...
10) Silk screening
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
With projects ranging from posters to clothing, this book helps readers explore the art of silk screening. Students learn through detailed descriptions built to foster creativity and problem solving.
11) Sphero
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"Learn how to program Sphero robots to complete a variety of fun activities."--
12) Soldering
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Learn how to solder electronic components together and build your own devices. Readers will learn basic soldering skills, which will be useful in pursuing a variety of engineering projects. Photos, sidebars, and callouts help readers draw connections between new concepts in this book and other makers-related concepts they may already know. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information...
13) Scratch
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Scratch helps children design computer games, animations, and interactive stories from the ground up and share them with people around the world. In this book, students explore Scratch through detailed explanations built to foster creativity and problem solving. Fun, engaging text introduces readers to new ideas and builds on maker-related concepts they may already know. Additional tools, including a glossary and an index, help students learn new...
14) Digital badges
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Describes how digital badges work and how to begin earning them, and also teaches readers how to create and award badges of their own to people who accomplish amazing tasks.
15) Makey Makey
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"Makey Makey is a kit that helps you turn everyday objects into touchpads that control your computer's keyboard. With this book, students learn the art of innovation through detailed explanations and hands-on activities built to foster creativity and problem solving. Fun, engaging text introduces readers to new ideas and builds on maker-related concepts they may already know. Additional tools, including a glossary and an index, help students learn...
16) Squishy circuits
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
"Learn how to create electronic circuits using modeling dough."--
18) E-textiles
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
"Learn about the exciting new technology behind e-textiles and find out how to create e-textile projects of your own" --
Author
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"Using just a few basic components, it is easy to create customized electric jewelry. Through simple text written to foster creativity and problem solving, students will the art of innovation. Large, colorful images show students how to complete activities. Additional tools, including a glossary and an index, help students learn new vocabulary and locate information."--
20) Maker faire
Author
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Readers will take a trip inside a Maker Faire to see how makers come together to share ideas and projects.
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