First Flights
Trips through Sky and Space
Part of the Active Minds: Book of Firsts series
Our feet are stuck firmly on the ground, yet people have stared into the sky for thousands of years. Who were the first people to imagine flying? And who was the first to actually do it? Blast off into discoveries that were made in air and space. Every first flight, voyage, or discovery is a new step forward to shaping our world, and beyond!
First Faces
Inspirational Influencers and Spokespeople
Part of the Active Minds: Book of Firsts series
Celebrities have shaped culture since the days of the Colosseum. Who were the first people to make their mark? And who followed in their footsteps to influence the way we think about the world? Read about some of the athletes, models, and internet personalities who have led the way to change by using their fame. Every follow, share, and upvote is a new step forward to shaping our world!
Great Gaming Firsts
Creators, Inventors, and Gamers
Part of the Active Minds: Book of Firsts series
Tech pioneers changed the world with simple video games powered by groundbreaking programs. And they're getting better every day! Who were the first people to imagine that computers could be used for both work and fun, and how did they actually do it? Press "start" to jump into the world of gaming, from the people who create to the ones who play. Every level passed is a new step forward to shaping our world!
Great Gaming Firsts
Creators, Inventors, and Gamers
Part of the Active Minds: Book of Firsts series
Tech pioneers changed the world with simple video games powered by groundbreaking programs. And they're getting better every day! Who were the first people to imagine that computers could be used for both work and fun, and how did they actually do it? Press "start" to jump into the world of gaming, from the people who create to the ones who play. Every level passed is a new step forward to shaping our world!
Fearless Firsts
Women Who Leaped, Jumped, and Flew
Part of the Active Minds: Book of Firsts series
Thrill seekers have jumped, flown, and soared in search of excitement! Historically, men have set the records and earned the fame. But women haven't let that stop them. Who was the first woman to live underwater or in outer space? How did a female fighter pilot lead the way in aviation? And who are the women landing the top tricks at the X Games? Put the pedal to the metal and explore some of the adventurous women who weren't afraid to fly. Every fearless first is a new step forward to shaping our world--and beyond.
First to Find Out
Scientists Who Changed the World
Part of the Active Minds: Book of Firsts series
What we think we know about science changes all the time. Every day, new discoveries are made and fresh ideas are brought to life. Study some of the scientists, mathematicians, and brilliant minds whose questions-and answers-have helped our minds and bodies reach the next level. Every "Aha!" moment is a new step forward to shaping our world-and beyond!
First Flights
Trips through Sky and Space
Part of the Active Minds: Book of Firsts series
Our feet are stuck firmly on the ground, yet people have stared into the sky for thousands of years. Who were the first people to imagine flying? And who was the first to actually do it? Blast off into discoveries that were made in air and space. Every first flight, voyage, or discovery is a new step forward to shaping our world, and beyond!
First Faces
Inspirational Influencers and Spokespeople
Part of the Active Minds: Book of Firsts series
Celebrities have shaped culture since the days of the Colosseum. Who were the first people to make their mark? And who followed in their footsteps to influence the way we think about the world? Read about some of the athletes, models, and internet personalities who have led the way to change by using their fame. Every follow, share, and upvote is a new step forward to shaping our world!
First to Find Out
Scientists Who Changed the World
Part of the Active Minds: Book of Firsts series
What we think we know about science changes all the time. Every day, new discoveries are made, and fresh ideas are brought to life. Study some of the scientists, mathematicians, and brilliant minds whose questions-and answers-have helped our minds and bodies reach the next level. Every "Aha!" moment is a new step forward to shaping our world-and beyond!
First to the Future
Inventors, Innovators, and Ideas
Part of the Active Minds: Book of Firsts series
Every moment in time has been shaped by curious minds looking toward the future. Forward-thinking inventors and innovators constantly create new technologies that make our lives easier--and more fun! Log on to look at discoveries that were made behind a computer screen. Every click, scroll, like, and share is a new step forward to shaping our world.
First to the Future
Inventors, Innovators, and Ideas
Part of the Active Minds: Book of Firsts series
Every moment in time has been shaped by curious minds looking toward the future. Forward-thinking inventors and innovators constantly create new technologies that make our lives easier, and more fun! Log on to look at discoveries that were made behind a computer screen. Every click, scroll, like, and share is a new step forward to shaping our world.
Fearless Firsts
Women Who Leaped, Jumped, and Flew
Part of the Active Minds: Book of Firsts series
Thrill seekers have jumped, flown, and soared in search of excitement! Historically, men have set the records and earned the fame. But women haven't let that stop them. Who was the first woman to live underwater or in outer space? How did a female fighter pilot lead the way in aviation? And who are the women landing the top tricks at the X Games? Put the pedal to the metal and explore some of the adventurous women who weren't afraid to fly. Every fearless first is a new step forward to shaping our world--and beyond.