Rebecca Sjonger

Game design requires many skills including imagination, problem solving, communication, and teamwork. These characteristics make it a natural fit for the Maker movement. From board games to video games, this exciting title introduces readers to the essential basics of game design including game components and systems, prototype design, play testing, and the steps in the iterative design process. "Makers and Shakers" sidebars introduce readers to some...

Presents a guide to puppy care, explaining what it consists of, offering tips on how to decide if a puppy is a good pet choice, looking at dog breeds and babies, and discussing housebreaking and training, food, play time, and visits to the veterinarian.

"Readers interested in crafting and designing patterns and structures will be inspired to create 'Maker' projects using paper--a medium readily accessible to any classroom or library. Kids will learn about popular trends and possibilities in paper engineering, and how great engineers in many different fields often visualize and create their most amazing projects in paper models first. Readers are encouraged to experiment with their own ideas and create...

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, life cycle, and natural environment of bats.

"Robots are machines that follow a decision-making process when performing tasks. They are playing an increasing role in manufacturing, agriculture, medicine, mining, and aerospace, as well as in our everyday lives. Readers will learn how robotics engineers find new ways for robots to do work that would be dangerous, time-consuming, dull, or impossible for humans to perform. Real-life examples and a design challenge help students understand key concepts...

"Every structure that touches the ground could benefit from the skills of a geotechnical engineer. Readers will discover how these engineers study rocks, soil, natural processes, and potential hazards to help make the safest, strongest foundations possible. This book introduces key concepts and the engineering design process with interesting examples from the field. A hands-on activity and a design challenge engage readers in engineering action."--...

"Gives children ways to reduce feelings of anxiety and manage their emotions. Simple activities help children learn how to relieve tension and improve concentration"--Provided by publisher.

[Discusses] how properties such as transparency or buoyancy, can make one material better suited for a particular purpose than other materials, [includes tips and hints on how to work as a team]" -- Back cover.

[Discusses] the properties of different materials, such as wood, paper, and plastic. [Includes tips and hints on how to work as a team]"--Back cover.