Do you take things apart and put them back together just for fun? Do you dream of drone fleets and robot warriors? Does the idea of designing and building robots sound intriguing? If the answer is yes, it's time to start plotting a career in robotics! Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this nonfiction book focuses on STEM topics and builds reading skills. It includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The intriguing sidebars, fascinating images, and detailed Reader's Guide prompt students to connect back to the text. The Think Link and Dig Deeper sections develop students' higher-order thinking skills. The Check It Out! section includes suggested books, videos, and websites for further reading. Aligned with state standards, this title features complex and rigorous content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness.
Saskia Peterson is the author of over 100 books for kids! She has written board books, poems, picture books, early readers, chapter books, and activity books. She is co-author and editor of the popular Goats of Anarchy picture book series. One of the books in the series, The Goat With Many Coats, was an Amazon Editor's Pick and named a Best Book for children ages 3-5. In addition to Benjamin Franklin: One-of-a-Kind Statesman, her most recent work includes a series of decodable board books, a picture book celebrating the cutest animals of all time, and a book about bugs for the best-selling Weird But True series.