From the series Cutting Edge Technology
Drones
Reading Level Grade 2Interest Level Grades 3 – 7Copyright 2021
Reviewed
From the series Cutting Edge Technology
Reading Level Grade 2Interest Level Grades 3 – 7Copyright 2021
ReviewedThe first drones were hot-air balloons used in the 1800s! Later, drone airplanes took over the skies. Today, drones are used by the military, delivery companies, and even drone racers! This high-interest text explores each of these uses, as well as the history and future possibilities of drones. A diagram, timeline, graph, and pro/con comparison offer even more information about how drones work, what they’re used for, and how they may change in the future.
Readers who are interested in future tech will enjoy this series. Each book begins with a historical overview of the topic before examining new advances. Artificial Intelligence discusses how AI works, its many benefits, and the potential downsides, such as loss of privacy and low-level jobs. While all the titles in this series are engaging entry points for young readers, Nanotechnology is the most interesting because few books dissect this topic. Nanotech makes materials stronger and more durable, and it could be used to clean the ocean and kill parasites in people’s bodies. Amplified by bright, exciting photos, this series simplifies tech in a way that’s still engaging and informative. VERDICT A great series for most libraries, especially if your collections are lacking on these topics at this reading level.
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