Includes index.

"A+."

"First published in 2007 by Macmillan Education Australia ... South Yarra, Australia"--T.p. verso.

Robots -- What is a robot? -- Movement -- How many legs? -- Senses -- Artificial intelligence -- Feelings -- Humanoid robots -- Jobs for robots -- Toy robots -- Future robots -- Program a robot.

Have you ever seen a robot perform surgery? Do you know how to program your own toy robot? Where do robots fit into your life? Meet some of the robots that have changed our lives. Find out about the robots of today and tomorrow, what they do and what they might look like in the future. From volcano-exploring robots to robots in outer space, discover the developing world of robotics. Includes up-close character profiles of robots, interesting fact boxes, and a hands-on activity.