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Robots in Risky Jobs: on the Battlefield and Beyond (the World of Robots)

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Robots in Risky Jobs: on the Battlefield and Beyond (the World of Robots)
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Kathryn Clay
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:32
ISBN/Barcode 9781476551128
ClassificationsDewey:629.892
Audience
Children / Juvenile
Edition Abridged edition
Illustrations Illustrations, color

Publishing Details

Publisher Capstone Press
Imprint Stone Arch Books
Publication Date 1 January 2014
Publication Country United States

Description

What do disarming bombs and exploring the surface of Mars have in common? These activities are dangerous or impossible for humans. That's why robots do them instead! Discover the risky missions robots perform for us.

Author Biography

Kathryn Clay has written more than 40 nonfiction children's books about everything from dancing to dinosaurs. She also teaches college writing courses. She has a Master's of Arts in Literature from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Kathryn lives in southern Minnesota with her husband and daughter.

Reviews

...the high-interest topic and accessible presentation will lure elementary-age readers.-- "Nonfiction Notes from the Horn Book"