Human-Like Robots

by Lola Schaefer

Overview

Imagine a robot greeting you at an office or taking your order at a restaurant. In the future, they just might! Kids will discover the robots learning to do human jobs, play sports, and more.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781728413594
Publisher:	Lerner Publishing Group
Publication date:	08/01/2020
Series:	Lightning Bolt Books - Robotics
Pages:	24
Product dimensions:	5.60(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	7 - 9 Years

About the Author

Lola Schaefer is a professional author, teacher and public speaker. She has published more than 275 books in the past 25 years with trade, school/library, and classroom publishers. She is a writing consultant in elementary and middle schools, as well as a frequent presenter at writing conferences and workshops. She lives and works in Georgia.

Table of Contents

What Are Human-Like Robots? 4

Human-Like Robot Parts 8

Robots at Work 12

Robots at Play 16

Behind the Robot 20

Fun Facts 21

Glossary 22

Further Reading 23

Index 24

Editorial Reviews

"This series features captivating examples of battling and racing robots paired with familiar community helper robots. Readers will want to learn more."—School Library Journal

From the Publisher

11/01/2020

Gr 1–3—This fascinating introduction to robotics covers robot and human interactions, from military drones to school competitions. This series skews younger and connects well to that audience through popular topics, including drones and toy-coding technology. The "Fun Facts" section will motivate readers to conduct a deeper dive into the world of robots and learn more about robo-bees. Everyday Robots is a standout, with photographs of people of diverse ages, races, and abilities interacting with the household robots. VERDICT This series features captivating examples of battling and racing robots paired with familiar community helper robots. Readers will want to learn more.

School Library Journal