Throughout human history, humans have been making tools and machines, from the simple to highly complex, to help us make the most of the world around us and use them to our benefit. Discover more with Everyday STEM Technology: Machines. Explore a world full of natural forces and innovation. From the first tools used in the Stone Age to the machines of the future. Watch machines in space, observe robots doctors and meet the innovators and scientists who invented the machines that have improved our lives. Readers can also carry out experiments at home. With easy-to-understand text written by Jenny Jacoby, fun callouts, and lots of colourful artworks, photos, and diagrams, readers can best explore where we encounter machines and why they are even important at all.