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Building Your Own Robots
Design and Build Your First Robot!
Series: Dummies Junior
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Fun robotics projects that teach kids to make, hack, and learn! There's no better way for kids to learn about the world around them than to test how things work. Building Your Own Robots presents fun robotics projects that children aged 7 11 can complete with common household items and old toys.
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Fun robotics projects that teach kids to make, hack, and learn!
There's no better way for kids to learn about the world around them than to test how things work. Building Your Own Robots presents fun robotics projects that children aged 7 – 11 can complete with common household items and old toys. The projects introduce core robotics concepts while keeping tasks simple and easy to follow, and the vivid, full-colour graphics keep your kid's eyes on the page as they work through the projects.
Brought to you by the trusted For Dummies brand, this kid-focused book offers your child a fun and easy way to start learning big topics! They'll gain confidence as they design and build a self-propelled vehicle, hack an old remote control car to create a motorised robot, and use simple commands to build and program a virtual robot—all while working on their own and enjoying a sense of accomplishment!
- Offers a kid-friendly design that is heavy on eye-popping graphics
- Focuses on basic projects that set your child on the road to further exploration
- Boasts a small, full-colour, accessible package that instils confidence in the reader
- Introduces basic robotics concepts to kids in a language they can understand
If your youngster loves to tinker, they'll have a whole lot of fun while developing their creative play with the help of Building Your Own Robots.
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Building Your Own Robots by Gordon McComb is often praised for its engaging and educational approach to introducing children to robotics. Reviewers commend the clear instructions and the hands-on activities that encourage creativity and problem-solving skills in young readers. The book is celebrated for making complex concepts accessible and fun, inspiring children to explore the world of technology.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781119302438
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 27 January 2017
Country: United States
Imprint: For Dummies
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 7.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 204g
Pages: 128
About the Author
Gordon McComb, has written over 65 books and several thousand magazine and newspaper articles. His specialty is teaching young minds about new technology.
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