Curious about Robots in Fiction

Why are there so many robots in fiction? Are movie robots even based on real science? Drawing on kids' natural curiosity about technology and science fiction, this inquiry-based nonfiction book explores the fundamentals of robots in fiction to get elementary-aged kids ready to explore the world of robotics. Conversational questions like "What is the most famous movie robot?" and "Are there real inventions based on fictional robots?" pique kids' interest. "Did You Know" fact boxes and infogr...