(4) YA Future of Technology series. With the directness of textbooks, the books in this series explore exciting, interrelated areas of technological innovation with in-depth, straightforward text; clear organization; and well-documented sources. Sidebars contain supplementary information and "Words in Context," a user-friendly alternative to a glossary. Introductory timelines are difficult to navigate, and minimal visual elements and unremarkable covers do little to draw in readers. Reading list, websites. Ind. Review covers the following Future of Technology titles: What Is the Future of Artificial Intelligence?, What Is the Future of Nanotechnology?, What Is the Future of Drones?, What Is the Future of 3D Printing?, What Is the Future of Virtual Reality?, and What Is the Future of Self-Driving Cars?

Reviewer: Dorrie Karlin

(4) 4-6 Searchlight Books: What's Cool About Science? series. Cutting-edge military drones, robots in industrial and home environments, and nanotechnologies are each presented in chapters that define the technology and its origins and then provide modern examples. The information contained is slight; the text provides little beyond the basics, and the featured examples, though interesting, seem random. Captioned photographs and sidebars are well integrated into the main discussion. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers the following Searchlight Books: What's Cool About Science? titles: Discover Nanotechnology, Discover Drones, and Discover Robotics.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford

(3) K-3 An inventor creates microscopic robots to fulfill various tasks, from fixing machines to fighting diseases. Ultimately, the NanoBots save the day at the science fair when they engineer an emergency repair to a giant robot. Colorful digital illustrations almost leap off the page, and a detailed author's note explores current research in nano-robotics, linking fantasy with possibility. STEM has never been this cool.

Reviewer: Renée Wheeler

(3) 4-6 With precise language but also an easygoing conversational tone, Swanson examines the science behind and impact of nanotechnology in sports--the equipment, clothes, stadiums, and even the ethics of competition now that revolutionary advancements have created the possibility of better performances. Relevant color photos, clear diagrams, and simple experiments effectively complement the text. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Jack Forman