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Uncover the mysteries of robotics in this funny technology series

What is the smallest robot? How do robots know where to go? And will robots REALLY save the world? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!

With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of technology. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of technology and busting some popular myths along the way!

The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making history fun and accessible for every young reader.



Table of Contents
  • 1: What is a robot?
  • 2: What was the first robot?
  • 3: Why do robots get all the boring jobs?
  • 4: How do robots know where to go?
  • 5: How do robots save lives?
  • 6: Why send robots into space?
  • 7: Will robots take all our jobs?
  • 8: Why don’t more robots look like us?
  • 9: How small can robots go?
  • 10: Does a robot know it’s holding a banana?
  • 11: Can robots save the planet?
  • 12: Will robots take over the world?
  • 13: Quick-fire questions
  • 14: Glossary/further reading
  • 15: Index

A Question of Technology: Will Robots Take Over

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    A Paperback / softback by Clive Gifford

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      Publisher Hachette Children's Group
      Published 12 October 2023
      ISBN-13 9781526320025
      978-1526320025
      ISBN-10 1526320029
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      Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books by Clive Gifford

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Uncover the mysteries of robotics in this funny technology series

      What is the smallest robot? How do robots know where to go? And will robots REALLY save the world? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!

      With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of technology. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of technology and busting some popular myths along the way!

      The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making history fun and accessible for every young reader.



      Table of Contents
      • 1: What is a robot?
      • 2: What was the first robot?
      • 3: Why do robots get all the boring jobs?
      • 4: How do robots know where to go?
      • 5: How do robots save lives?
      • 6: Why send robots into space?
      • 7: Will robots take all our jobs?
      • 8: Why don’t more robots look like us?
      • 9: How small can robots go?
      • 10: Does a robot know it’s holding a banana?
      • 11: Can robots save the planet?
      • 12: Will robots take over the world?
      • 13: Quick-fire questions
      • 14: Glossary/further reading
      • 15: Index

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