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Could a Robot Make My Dinner?: And Other Questions about Technology
Could a robot make my dinner? Why do we need rockets to go into space? Why don't cranes fall over? This book takes a fun look at technology by asking and answering a series of quirky yet thought-provoking questions such as these! Although primarily a recreational read, the book nevertheless contains a wealth of fascinating information and bizarre facts about technology that readers will be sure to find captivating.
Book Details
- Publisher: Raintree
- Publish Date: Jan 7th, 2013
- Pages: 32
- Language: English
- Edition: undefined - undefined
- Dimensions: 9.20in - 7.30in - 0.20in - 0.25lb
- EAN: 9781410952066
- Recommended age: 08-10
- Categories: • Technology - Robotics• Games & Activities - Questions & Answers
Praise for this book
A fun and recreational look at history and technology joining forces. . .Colorful photographs add to the interesting though whimsical subject matter. This will be a great book for browsing or attracting reluctant readers with fun facts.-- "Reading Today Online"
These titles prove that learning about history and technology needn't be boring. Each volume asks and answers a succession of unorthodox and intriguing questions. . . .The strength of these books lies in their ability to convey information in an exciting way that will appeal to students who might be turned off by wordy textbooks.-- "School Library Journal"
Leafing through each book, readers will find interesting and little-known facts about animals, history, the human body, technology, and science. Commonly held beliefs are debunked and new ideas are presented. . . .The series is pleasure reading infused with information that will entice a wide range of students.-- "Library Media Connection"