Jenny Fretland VanVoorst is a writer and editor who specializes in making complicated subjects interesting and accessible to young people. She has written books for readers of all ages and on a wide variety of topics, from ancient civilizations to character education to robotics. When she's not reading or writing, Jenny enjoys kayaking, watching wildlife, and playing the piano. She lives in Traverse City, Michigan, with her husband, Brian, and their two pets.
<p><span style="color: rgb(32, 33, 36); font-family: Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Robots are an important part of our world. No longer part of science fiction, they are all around us, in our homes, workplaces, hospitals and space. Robots can make day-to-day tasks easier, perform life-saving surgery and explore the depths of space beyond our reach. Discover all you need to know about these incredible machines and their place in our world in this guide packed full of experiments, investigations and hands-on activities. Explore the importance of robots and how they influence our lives, investigate how they follow instructions and complete tasks, then create a mini robot and discover the mechanics behind these amazing machines. The perfect introduction to robots and the technology which make them work for children aged 7+.</span><br></p>
