Computer Technology for Curious Kids

An illustrated introduction to software programming, artificial intelligence, cyber-security—and more!

By: Chris Oxlade Illustrated by: Nik Neves

Get all the data you need to upgrade yourself into a computer-tech wizard in this illustrated guide!

Upgrade your tech knowledge with this beautifully illustrated, inspirational, and accessible guide to the fascinating field of computing. From the simplest software to electronic brains, and from smartphone apps to social media and video games, there are gigabytes of data for you to unravel. Discover the skills you’ll need to become a top-class coder or a cyber sensation, and how microprocessors monitor our factories, fitness, traffic, and even guide robots across other worlds. + Full description

From the abacus to apps, games to graphics, and GPS to smart speakers, Computer Technology for Curious Kids provides all the data you need to transform yourself into a computer-tech wizard.

Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 8 to 12.

- Short description

News

Sales in Australia only. Elsewhere, this title is published as Computer Science for Curious Kids.

Also available: Astronomy for Curious Kids

Reviews

"Computer Technology for Curious Kids is the perfect ‘go-to’ book for those children and adults wanting to learn more about computer technology or consolidate their knowledge."
Kathryn Beilby, ReadPlus, 5 March 2024

"This is presented in terrific chunks of information and plentiful diagrams and illustrations which mean even a digital dunce such as myself can understand concepts. I would say that any of your tech-minded kiddos from around ten upwards would byte into this with gusto."
Just So Stories, 16 April 2024,

Details

Hardback | March 2024 | $ 32.99
ISBN: 9781486318360 | 128 pages | 280 x 225 mm
Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
Colour illustrations

Features

Beautifully illustrated and engaging guide to computer science
Explores the technology that's transforming the way we work, play, and stay in touch
Reveals the secrets of PCs, laptops and smartphones, and explains programming languages and skills

Welcome to the World of Computer Science
Chapter 1: the History of Computing
Chapter 2: Hardware and Software
Chapter 3: Data and Apps
Chapter 4: Programming
Chapter 5: Computer Communications
Chapter 6: Computers Everywhere
Glossary
Index

View the full table of contents (PDF, 290KB)

Authors

Chris Oxlade is a prolific author of information books for children. He has written more than two hundred titles on science, technology, sports, and hobbies. He studied engineering at university before becoming an author. He lives in Ilkley, West Yorkshire with his wife, children, and dogs. Most of his spare hours are spent hill running and sailing.

Nik Neves is a Brazilian graphic artist, illustrator, and comic author specializing in illustrated maps, sketchbooks, visual diaries, and music. Nik works with clients across the globe and regularly contributes to international publications including Lonely Planet, National Geographic, and Arte Magazine. He lives and works in Berlin.