From Powells.com
From hilarious picture books to DIY craft projects, our 22 robot-themed picks for kids are the perfect way to get a little science into your spring.
Staff Pick
An enchanting story of a robot named Roz who comes to life on an island full of hostile wild life. Gradually through her gentle ways, she becomes friends with all of the different animals. With whimsical illustrations, this would make a wonderful chapter read-aloud for the whole family. Recommended By Richard C., Powells.com
Synopses & Reviews
When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island. Why is she there? Where did she come from? And, most important, how will she survive in her harsh surroundings? Roz's only hope is to learn from the island's hostile animal inhabitants. When she tries to care for an orphaned gosling, the other animals finally decide to help, and the island starts to feel like home. Until one day, the robot's mysterious past comes back to haunt her....
Heartwarming and full of action, Peter Brown's middle-grade debut raises thought-provoking questions about the environment, the role technology plays in our world, and what it means to be alive.
Review
"Brown's middle-grade debut, an uplifting story about an unexpected visitor whose arrival disrupts the animal inhabitants of a rocky island, has a contemporary twist...Brown wisely eschews a happy ending in favor of an open-ended one that supports the tone of a story that's simultaneously unsentimental and saturated with feeling." Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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"This strong debut middle grade novel by the acclaimed picture book author/illustrator is a first purchase for most middle grade collections." School Library Journal (starred review)
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"While the end to Roz's benign and wildlife is startling and violent, Brown leaves Roz and her companions--and readers--with hope. Thought-provoking and charming." Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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"[Peter] Brown's picture books are consistent bestsellers and critically acclaimed. Expect readers to go wild for his robot-themed novel." Booklist (starred review).
About the Author
Peter Brown is the author and illustrator of many bestselling children's books, including My Teacher Is a Monster (No, I am not.), Mr. Tiger Goes Wild, Children Make Terrible Pets and The Curious Garden. He is the recipient of a Caldecott Honor for Creepy Carrots!, two E.B. White Read Aloud Awards, a New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book award, and a Children's Choice Book Award for Illustrator of the Year.