The internet seems to contain every answer to every question we might have. But how do we know what's true and what's not? And even though we have the knowledge, how do we use it? STEM to the rescue! Scientists, inventors, and leaders of technology have been working to get things working "smarter," not harder. Learn about all the ways information technology--including smart tech--plays a role in our future. Readers get an up-close look at what the most brilliant minds in technology are doing. And an activity and discussion questions challenge students to think into the future themselves.