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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.
Synopses & Reviews
When a little girl finds an adorable robot in the woods, she presses a button and accidentally activates him for the first time. Now, she finally has a friend. But the big, bad robots are coming to collect the little guy for nefarious purposes, and it's all up to a five-year-old armed only with a wrench and a fierce loyalty to her mechanical friend to save the day!
#1 New York Times Bestselling author Ben Hatke brings his signature sweetness to a simple, moving story about friendship and overcoming fears that will appeal to readers of all ages.
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"Girl power at its best. A sure winner!" Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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"A pleasantly colorful adventure of discovery and friendship. Highly recommended." School Library Journal, starred review
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"Subtly inventive in both vision and execution, this one begs to be read again and again." Booklist, starred review
About the Author
Ben Hatke's first graphic novel was Zita the Spacegirl. He has published comics stories in the Flight series as well as Flight Explorer. In addition to writing and drawing comics, he also paints in the naturalist tradition and, occasionally, performs one-man fire shows. Hatke lives and works in the Shenandoah Valley with his wife and their boisterous pack of daughters.