Robotics discover the science and technology of the future with 20 projects
"This fun and educational introduction to the exciting field of robotics the science of designing, building, and operating robots gives kids the basic tools for creating their own robots using ordinary craft materials and parts salvaged from recycled toys and other household devices. Early chap...
Main Author: | Ceceri, Kathy. |
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Other Authors: | Carbaugh, Samuel. |
Format: | Books Print Book |
Language: | English |
Published: |
White River Junction, Vt. : Lancaster :
Nomad ; Gazelle [distributor],
c2012.
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Series: |
"Build it yourself" series.
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Summary: |
"This fun and educational introduction to the exciting field of robotics the science of designing, building, and operating robots gives kids the basic tools for creating their own robots using ordinary craft materials and parts salvaged from recycled toys and other household devices. Early chapters teach budding roboticists how to create working models of robot hands and write pencil and paper computer programs, while later chapters show them how to build robots that move and react to light or touch. A great gateway to getting kids interested in STEM subjects ie.science, technology, engineering, and math, the activities in this book let kids use all their talents to come up with creative solutions to tricky problems and figure out how things work." Amazon |
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Item Description: |
Cover title. |
Physical Description: |
122 p. : ill. ; 26 cm. |
Audience: |
9+. |
Bibliography: |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 120) and index. |
ISBN: |
9781936749768 (hbk.) 1936749769 (hbk.) 9781936749751 (pbk.) : 1936749750 (pbk.) : |
Author Notes: |
Sam Carbaugh is a freelance cartoonist and illustrator. He has worked with many colleges and companies to create informational comics and illustrations. He enjoys working for Nomad Press and likes to think of all the cool things kids are learning with the books he has helped illustrate. He lives in Grand Rapids, MI |