{"product_id":"robot-queen-9781515829348","title":"Robot Queen","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRobot Queen - Kylie Jean Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRobot Queen follows Kylie Jean as she takes on a new challenge: joining her school's robotics team. This engaging chapter book introduces young readers to STEM concepts through an accessible and relatable story about learning, perseverance, and teamwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStory Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Kylie Jean joins the robotics team, she discovers there's much more to building robots than she imagined. From understanding mechanical components to learning how to code, Kylie must develop new skills and push herself beyond her comfort zone. As her team prepares for a major competition, readers follow along as Kylie works hard to master these technical challenges while maintaining her characteristic determination and spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEducational Value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book introduces robotics, coding, and engineering concepts to children ages 4-8 in an engaging narrative format. Young readers see STEM activities as accessible and exciting through Kylie Jean's experiences. The story demonstrates problem-solving, collaboration, and the learning process involved in technology-based activities, making it ideal for children interested in science, technology, engineering, and math.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReading Level and Format\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRobot Queen is designed for children ages 4-8, with age-appropriate vocabulary and sentence structure. The hardcover format makes it durable for young readers and classroom use. Tuesday Mourning's illustrations complement the text, helping readers visualize Kylie Jean's robotics adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSeries Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is part of the popular Kylie Jean series by author Marci Peschke. The series follows Kylie Jean through various activities and challenges, each book highlighting different interests and experiences. Published by Picture Window Books in September 2018, Robot Queen continues the tradition of presenting relatable stories that encourage children to explore new interests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThemes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book explores themes of friendship, education, perseverance, and gender inclusivity in STEM fields. Kylie Jean's determination to succeed in robotics provides positive representation for girls interested in technology and engineering. The competitive element adds excitement while emphasizing the value of hard work and dedication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePeschke, Marci:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Marci Bales Peschke was born in Indiana, grew up in Florida, and now lives in Texas, where she is a librarian. She has lived in three haunted houses, but now lives with her husband, two children, and a feisty black and white cat named Phoebe. She loves reading and watching movies.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMourning, Tuesday:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - When Tuesday Mourning was a little girl, she knew she wanted to be an artist when she grew up. Now, she is an illustrator who lives in Utah. She especially loves illustrating books for kids and teenagers. When she isn't illustrating, Tuesday loves spending time with her husband, who is an actor, and their children.","brand":"Picture Window Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50681057837330,"sku":"9781515829348","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_82c929ec-e007-4d67-8960-284d5461d976.jpg?v=1733948416","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/robot-queen-9781515829348","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}