Two activities work with a fiction and nonfiction book about robots‚—Robot Dreams by Sara Varon and Robot by Roger Bridgman. Scholars read each story, then build a robot out of found objects, examine robot sensors, and search for evidence of robots around them. A survey provides feedback from the participants' parents or guardians.

Concepts

robots, machines, reading, responding to reading, responding to literature, nonfiction, nonfiction texts, fiction

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Instructional Ideas

• Offer the activity pack over long holidays or before summer break
• Create activity bags with the lesson plan and required materials—everything set for pupils to compete with their families

Classroom Considerations

• The lesson plan is intended for teachers and librarians; activities are designed to be completed at home
• You may also use other titles related to the theme

Pros

• The lesson plan's overall format and images are well-organized and high-quality
• Provides alternative activities and extension ideas

Cons

• None