Drones Are Everywhere!

Not long ago, drones were considered futuristic, and few people had an opportunity to play with one. Most were reserved for professional purposes, but that's all changed! Today, anyone can buy and fly a drone right in their own backyard. Drones come in all shapes and sizes. Some drones cost hundreds of dollars, but others are much more affordable for the casual drone hobbyist. Readers will learn how drones fly and all the ways the average person can have fun playing with them. Photographs of hobby drones, as well as kids and adults using them, will excite and inspire young readers.

Drones are becoming more common every day. While flying drones can be fun, many law enforcement agencies and militaries around the world use drones for important and dangerous missions. This book explores the different kinds of drones used by the police and military, as well as the different kinds of missions they perform. Sidebars, graphic organizers, and full-color photographs support grade-appropriate text that will appeal to developing and independent readers alike.

One of the main advantages of drones is that they can be used in situations that are too dangerous for humans. Space is probably the most dangerous environment where men and women work, so it's only natural to use drones for space exploration. This far-out volume looks at the different kinds of drones used to explore other planets over the years, as well as new technology being developed for the future. This high-interest STEM topic is presented with age-appropriate text and supported by full-color photographs, sidebars, and graphic organizers.

How are drones used in racing and other sports? Who builds and operates racing drones? Readers will learn about drones and discover why many people enjoy using drones in racing and sports. They'll also find out how the use of drones at sporting events is changing the way viewers watch televised sports. Readers will learn about the rules and safety protocols involved with operating racing and sport drones. Diagrams, graphic organizers, and colorful photographs will help students visualize essential concepts, and fact boxes enhance the text with more information.

Most people have seen or heard about flying drones and their many uses, but have you heard about drones in the water? What are they used for, and how are they waterproof? With this volume, readers will learn what an underwater drone is and how it operates. Students will discover how people use drones to explore shipwrecks, coral reefs, and other underwater sites. They'll find out how the use of drones helps scientists obtain data about the water, and they'll learn about drone rules and safety protocols. Photographs, diagrams, and graphic organizers will help readers visualize the concepts, and fact boxes enhance the narrative.

There are many beautiful and dynamic aerial photographs, including breathtaking views of mountains or scenes in the middle of the ocean. Not long ago, taking an aerial photograph could be costly, difficult, or even dangerous! Today, drones have changed how we take photographs. Using drones for photography presents us with a new perspective and can show us amazing scenes. This informational yet gripping narrative explores drone technology in age-appropriate language, accompanied with extraordinary drone photographs from around the world.

Can flying robots help save entire ecosystems? Readers find out with this book, which brings together two major issues of modern times: the growing use of drones and ways to protect and restore natural environments. As drones become more advanced, they are revolutionizing conservation research and efforts in exciting ways, from planting over a hundred trees a minute to capturing vital information about wildlife populations in remote places. With rich imagery and stunning real-world examples, this book is a must-read for any aspiring conservationist, journalist, drone pilot, or other individual interested in learning about how drones are shaping the world of tomorrow.