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Factology: Robots & AI is a fact-packed introduction to this iconic time in history, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams and statistics.Did you know that English engineer Professor Kevin War...
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  • 12 March 2024
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Factology: Robots & AI is a fact-packed introduction to this iconic time in history, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams and statistics.

Did you know that English engineer Professor Kevin Warwick became the world's first cyborg in 1998? Plug in and explore a dawning digital age of sophisticated robots and advanced AI.

This visually stunning science guide looks at the key questions and incredible innovations around robotics and AI, including how robots are revolutionizing fields like medicine, space exploration, emergency response, farming and entertainment, plus nanobots, cyborgs and much more!

Contents include:

  • What is a robot? 
  • What is AI? 
  • Mind games 
  • Humans v robots 
  • Awesome algorithms 
  • Will robots take your job? 
  • Should robots have rights? 
  • Fact from fiction 
  • Sensational cyborgs
  • Sky-high drones 
  • Digital doctors
  • Future shock

Each volume in the Factology series provides a fast-paced and fun introduction to its subject, explaining key concepts and highlighting significant events in a manner that is clear, accessible and entertaining.

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Price: $19.99
Pages: 96
Publisher: Button Books
Imprint: Button Books
Series: Factology
Publication Date: 12 March 2024
Trim Size: 9.80 X 8.00 in
ISBN: 9781787081482
Format: Hardcover
BISACs: JUVENILE NONFICTION / Technology / Robotics, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Computing & Information Technology, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Technology / Inventions, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Computers / Coding & Programming, Children’s / Teenage reference: Encyclopaedias, general reference, Children’s / Teenage general interest: General knowledge & interesting facts
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"The speed with which technology is changing is remarkable, and this book succinctly chronologises it all; from what a robot is, to the rise of robots to amazing advances...The writing is in small manageable chunks and there are lots of great non-fiction writing features to engage with. It also ends with a fun quiz!"English Association

"Packed with information, there's so much to learn on each page, all presented in a really engaging way for readers young and old."—@mrsbrownsbookbox

“Have you heard of the new educational series by Button Books - the Factology series? They are brimming with facts for inquisitive and enquiring young minds and full of illustrations, activities and things to do! Latest to the series are books on dinosaurs, robots and romans!”—@the_picture_book_prof

"full-colour photographs and illustrations together with an accessible, easy-to-follow, bite-sized text that offers a good introduction to its subject, explaining key concepts and highlighting significant events in a manner that is both clear and entertaining."—Red Reading Hub

"...delving into the realms of cutting edge technology and what is conjectured for the future...In full colour...ends with the Big Quiz of 25 questions."—Happy Families

"There is something for everyone in each book...packed with plenty of interesting information, facts, maps, timelines, statistics, quizzes and illustrations."@the_treasure_outdoors

"immersive, educational and so much fun!"@inclusive_childrens_books 

"an incredible brand-new series of non-fiction books. Each one is beautifully presented in such an engaging way and contains maps, timelines, statistics and over 500 illustrations...Each book is brimming with facts and answers some fascinating questions."@family_book_club 

"Each book is brimming with facts, colour photography and illustration. With cool layouts and fun quizzes they are so immersive and make for fantastic resources for learning. They will be a welcome addition to the children’s classroom.”@raising_bookworms

"Not only do [the Factology books] look aesthetically pleasing on the shelf with their bold and colourful spines, they're also helpful kids Non Fiction books to have at hand, perfect for a school library of to support learning at home."@mini.midnight.reads

What is a robot? 6
 What is AI? 8
 Mind games 10
 Humans v robots 12
 Awesome algorithms 14
 Will robots take your job? 16
 Should robots have rights? 18
 Secret weapon 20
 Friend or foe? 22
 Battling bias 24
 Mythical machines 28
 Mechanical marvels 30
 Fact from fiction 32
 Machine men 34
 Turtle-y awesome 36
 Industrial revolution 38
 Great expectations 40
 Charging ahead 42
 Movie bots 44
 Do the locomotion 48
 Touchy-feely 52
 Let’s talk 54
 Big bots 56
 Little bots 58
 Sensational cyborgs 60
 4 awesome cyborgs 62
 How may I help you? 64
 Look, no hands! 66
 The fearless 10 68
 Miracle workers 70
 Futuristic farming 72
 To infinity and beyond 74
 Sky-high drones 78
 Digital doctors 80
 Va-va-vacuum! 82
 Art attack 84
 Future shock 86
 Soft power 88
 Strength in numbers 90
 Robots quiz 92
 Glossary & quiz answers 94
 Index 96