Zoom in on robots
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Enslow Pub
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
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"Robotics is envisioned as a field that will make human life easier and better. Part of that vision includes taking care of the sick, injured, and disabled. Caregiving robots are already on the job in some places. From monitoring a person's health to fetching items and cleaning homes to providing companionship, robots are improving people's lives. Readers will discover all the ways that robots can assist when special help is needed. A hands-on activity...
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Enslow Pub
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
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"Wouldn't you love to never do mundane tasks again? Press a few buttons and put your very own robot on the job. Domestic robots are already helping us with some tasks around the house. From picking up toys to feeding the family pet to mowing the lawn, researchers are designing robots to do all kinds of tasks. Help your readers discover all the cool ways that robots are making our lives better at home. This volume includes a hands-on activity that...
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Publisher
Enslow Pub
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
Description
"How would you like to have a robot for a teacher? While robots will never replace human teachers, they are helping students learn in and out of the classroom. Informational text, fun facts, and full-color images about educational robots stimulate the curiosity of young readers. A 'Words to Know' feature helps students master new vocabulary. This cutting-edge book includes a fun activity that will help students learn about programming and supports...
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Enslow Pub
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
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"They build cars and computers and carry heavy boxes throughout warehouses. They even make pizzas. They are quick and accurate, and they can work 24/7 without tiring. They are industrial robots. Engaging text, fascinating facts, and full-color images tell the story of how factories and warehouses use robots. A 'Words to Know' feature helps young readers master new vocabulary. This book includes a fun group activity in which students role-play as robots...
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Enslow Pub
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
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"Doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals can help you feel better when you are sick. Robots can too. They check up on patients, help paralyzed people move again, and even perform surgery. Informational text, fascinating facts, and full-color images tell the story of how robots are helping transform medicine. A 'Words to Know' feature helps students master new vocabulary. The book includes a hands-on activity that will help students understand...
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Publisher
Enslow Pub
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
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"Mining can be a dirty and dangerous business. Some mines are difficult, if not impossible, for humans to reach. Enter our ever-evolving world of robotics. They help clean up mining disasters, drill into the ocean floor, and more. Young readers will 'dig' the informational text, intriguing facts, and full-color images. A 'Words to Know' feature helps students master new vocabulary. Mining Robots includes an activity that shows readers how to make...