A New IEEE STEM Book Series for Tweens from TryEngineering

<img src="https://spectrum.ieee.org/media-library/a-grid-of-six-book-covers-related-to-engineering-topics-such-as-semiconductors-artificial-intelligence-and-communication-techno.jpg?id=67874961&width=1245&height=700&coordinates=0%2C187%2C0%2C188"/><br/><br/><p><a href="https://tryengineering.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">IEEE TryEngineering</a> is dedicated to inspiring intellectual curiosity in children.</p><p>The technologies shaping our world, including in the realms of artificial intelligence, electric vehicles, and ocean exploration, are evolving rapidly. Helping young learners understand the concepts is essential to preparing the next generation of problem-solvers, creators, and engineers.</p><p>TryEngineering has introduced a STEM <a href="https://lernerbooks.com/series/11453-tomorrow-s-technology-with-tryengineering-powered-by-ieee" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">book series</a> for youngsters ages 8 to 12 through the <a href="https://lernerbooks.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lerner Publishing Group</a>.</p><p>The series, Tomorrow’s Technology With TryEngineering, Powered by IEEE, makes complex topics more approachable and engaging, with each book combining age-appropriate explanations, real-world examples, and design challenges that encourage curiosity and critical thinking. The series is based on ebooks and videos available at <a href="https://tryengineering.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tryengineering.org</a>.</p><p>For the series, TryEngineering partnered with several other IEEE groups including the <a href="https://www.comsoc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Communications</a>, <a href="https://www.computer.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Computer</a>, and <a href="https://ieeeoes.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Oceanic Engineering</a> societies and the <a href="https://tec.ieee.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Transportation Electrification Council</a>.</p><p>Whether used in the classroom, a library, or at home, the books can help pupils connect STEM concepts to the technologies they encounter every day, including computers and smartphones. </p><h2>Six topics in the collection</h2><p>Here are the books in the new collection: </p><p><a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/artificial-intelligence-the-future-of-smart-technology/8cdfa07415b03879?ean=9798348027483&next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em><em>Artificial Intelligence: The Future of Smart Technology</em></em></a> explores the systems behind streaming services, search engines, and health care. Readers learn how AI works while exploring <a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/two-new-ai-ethics-certifications" target="_self">ethical concerns</a> such as bias, deepfakes, hallucinations, and privacy. Pupils can better understand one of the most influential technologies of our time as it evolves.</p><p><a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/communication-technology-from-morse-code-to-smartphones/ec3c6bb41873ba8c?ean=9798348027513&next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em><em>Communication Technology: From Morse Code to Smartphones</em></em></a> teaches readers about smoke signals, semaphore towers, telephones, and wireless networks. The pupils can gain an understanding of how engineers are changing communications technology through innovations such as <a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/ieee-5g-and-6g-training" target="_self">6G</a> and space-based networks. The book highlights career opportunities in the aerospace and telecommunications fields.</p><p><a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/electric-vehicles-powering-the-future-of-transportation/c29e8242f9f003fc?ean=9798348027537&next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em><em>Electric Vehicles: Powering the Future of Transportation</em></em></a> covers how <a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/autonomous-vehicles-motion-planner-llm" target="_self">e-cars</a>, <a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/e-bike-regulations" target="_self">e-bikes</a>, e-scooters, and electrified trains are transforming the way people travel. Readers can discover how hybrid and fully electric vehicles operate and how the <a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/ces-2026-solid-state-batteries" target="_self">batteries</a> that power them work. They also can learn about the roles engineers play in developing smarter transit systems.</p><p><a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/ocean-engineering-protecting-our-ocean-environments/e9454f53aea5d291?ean=9798348042868&next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em><em>Ocean Engineering: Protecting Our Ocean Environments</em></em></a> highlights the vital ecosystem role played by the world’s <a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/ocean-thermal-energy-conversion" target="_self">oceans</a>, which require careful stewardship. play in our ecosystem. Readers can learn how engineers study the underwater world using submersibles and <a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/tidal-energy-underwater-kite-power" target="_self">floats</a>, how they address <a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/sound-waves" target="_self">pollution</a>, and how they protect marine environments.</p><p><a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/semiconductors-the-building-blocks-of-modern-electronics/518644292f273130?ean=9798348027506&next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em><em>Semiconductors: The Building Blocks of Modern Electronics</em></em></a> focuses on the technology behind nearly every electronic tool we use. <a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/the-long-strange-trip-from-silica-to-smartphone" target="_self">Microchips</a> power smartphones, computers, and countless other products, all thanks to <a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/topic/semiconductors/" target="_self">semiconductors</a>. Readers can learn about insulators and conductors, how microchips are manufactured, and why semiconductor engineering is a fertile field for innovation.</p><p><a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/signal-power-the-hidden-waves-behind-modern-tech/3ead706c1ee8b5a7?ean=9798348042851&next=t" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em><em>Signal Power: The Hidden Waves Behind Modern Tech</em></em></a> explores how engineers analyze and manipulate signals to make technologies work more effectively. Whether it is a phone call reaching the correct person despite background noise or a <a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/ability-neurotech-bci-human-trial" target="_self">medical device</a> monitoring a patient, signal processing plays crucial roles in modern life. The book introduces different wave types, the signal processing workflow, and careers in the field.</p><p>The book series can help children understand the technologies shaping the world around them while encouraging them to think like engineers and innovators. By connecting STEM concepts to real-world applications, the series can make learning more meaningful and engaging.</p><p>The Tomorrow’s Technology With TryEngineering series is available through <a href="https://www.amazon.com/s?k=%22tryengineering%22" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://bookshop.org/beta-search?bkshp-astro=t&keywords=%22tryengineering%22" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bookshop</a>, and <a href="https://lernerbooks.com/shop/search_results?q=IEEE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lerner</a>. More about the collection may be found <a href="https://tryengineering.org/home/stem-childrens-book-series/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>