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Author
Series
Publisher
Enslow Publishers
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
There are few kids who don't enjoy home video games, but do they know who invented the first one? Readers learn about Ralph Baer's life and the first home video games ever made. Readers will invent their own game, too.
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Video games have taken America by storm. Readers will learn about the rise of gaming culture from the first games like Pong to the sensation of Minecraft. This book also examines some of the controversies and innovative technologies that have made gaming one of Americas favorite pastimes."--
Author
Publisher
Feiwel and Friends
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"A lifelong gamer with over 20-years experience in the gaming industry examines the storytelling skills in some of the most beloved and moving games of the past thirty years in this fun and informative YA non-fiction title"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Presents information about video games, including their history and how they are designed and constructed.
"Narrative nonfiction text presents the story of the video game's invention: why there was a need for it, its design and testing, the science behind it, and its lasting impact. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, infographics, a glossary, sources for further research, a listing...
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
With advanced HD graphics, motion controls, and 3-D images, video games have come a long way since their earliest days. While these games are fun to play, making them is no simple process. Readers will see how large teams of specialized workers come together to design, plan, and program today's cutting edge video games.
12) Super Mario
Author
Series
Publisher
Norwood House Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"An introductory look at the game of Super Mario. Describes the history of the game, introduces the creators and innovators, highlights competitions, and provides insight about the game's future. Informational text for readers who are new to Super Mario, or are interested in learning more. Includes a glossary, index, and bibliography for further reading"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"Superheroes are taking over the world! From free-to-play to triple-A blockbusters, everything is covered in The League of Superhero Games: LEGO Batman, Avengers Initiative, and Spider-Man: Total Mayhem are just a few of the wildly popular superhero video games featured in this in-depth guide."--Amazon.com.
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"Learn all about the hottest games like Marvel Vs. Capcom: Infinite and Spider-Man, how they were developed, and how to beat them in this annual gaming guide. Get ready for another awesome year of gaming with this ultimate guide to the best games including a definitive list of the biggest games of the past year and the new ones coming in 2019. Featuring Five Nights at Freddy's and Hello Neighbor! Game On! 2019, the most comprehensive guide to all...
Author
Series
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
In this book, readers will discover how Minecraft began as the hobby project of a single independent game designer and grew to become a worldwide phenomenon. Content is presented in a clear and concise way, perfect for the younger hands-on techie. Includes table of contents, glossary, and index--as well as sources for further reading.
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"This . . . picture book biography explores how Jerry Lawson, a Black engineer, revolutionized the video game industry. Before Xbox and Playstation and Nintendo Switch, there was a tinkerer named Jerry Lawson. As a boy, Jerry loved playing with springs, sprockets, and gadgety things. When he grew up, Jerry became an engineer--a professional tinkerer! In the 1970s, Jerry decided to tinker with video games. Back then, if players wanted a new video game,...
