At home and in the classroom, students encounter hundreds of objects each day. This series inspires young readers to take a closer look at how these everyday things solve problems and serve precise functions. Each book details manufacturing processes in an engaging and accessible way. Using common objects as examples, this series fosters students' curiosity, promoting an understanding of how objects are designed to perform specific tasks. Features include: High-quality photographs that reinforce concepts. Encourages readers to apply what they've learned and ask questions about items they encounter. Glossaries of key technology and engineering terms. Prepares young learners for essential curriculum standards, including NextGen Science standards pertaining to decomposition and structure and function.