Higgins, Nadia

"A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about domestic robots. Describes the history of robotics that has led to the robots in our home, such as the Roomba and Robomow. Discusses the experimental robots used to develop technology for the commercial market and the future applications robots in the home. Includes Q&A feature, glossary, index, and further resources"--.

"A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about robots used in hospitals and other medical settings. Describes therapy robots, robot-assisted surgery, and currier robots autonomously carrying items around hospitals. Explains the technology used for robotic prosthetics and the future of controlling them with brain waves. Includes Q&A feature, glossary, index, and further resources"--.

"A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about robots that work to make and package our goods. Describes the technological history that led to today's automated assembly machines. Explains their role today and possible future applications. Includes Q&A feature, glossary, index, and further resources"--.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers describes the ocean ecosystem and the plants and animals adapted to live there. Includes picture glossary and index"--Provided by publisher.

Contains step-by-step instructions for experiments that help young readers learn about the pollination of plants.

"Explains Red Cloud's War, including its chronology, causes, and lasting effects"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces and defines essential elements of writing nonfiction accompanied by...writing prompts for practicing new skills. Real-life author bios and excerpts enhance skills and understanding"--Provided by publisher.

"Interactive adventures about the mythical Greek hero Perseus in you choose format"--Provided by publisher.

"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce readers to stinky animals such as the skunk, opossum, ladybug, and peccary, and explore how they use bad smells todefend themselves against predators."--Provided by publisher.

"Carefully leveled text and vibrant photographs introduce readers to slimy animals such as the hagfish, fulmar, tomatofrog, and ribbon worm, and explore how they use slime to defend themselves against predators."--Provided by publisher.