Artificial Intelligence
From the Set Science Starters
Artificial intelligence is the ability of computers to think and learn. It's the science behind self-driving cars and voice assistants, such as Siri and Alexa. And it's also used in healthcare and industry. Find out what artificial intelligence is, the different areas of STEM behind it, and how it might be used in the future.
SLJ Review of Science Starters
Gr 2–4—This series offers solid graphics and clear information but covers predictable material often found in children’s books on the subject. The title on robots explores different types, how they work, and their future potential. The book on computers explains hardware, software, touch screens, motherboards and more. Coding and Programming stands out slightly by introducing C++ and Python, offering coding examples like using parentheses to group code or quotations to indicate text. It also challenges kids to write their name in binary code, with a full alphabet-to-binary chart included. The visuals, with colorful backgrounds, text boxes, photos, and illustrations, are impressive. Each book includes a quiz, a glossary, an index, and further reading. VERDICT A solid choice for libraries, though not essential for those with an already well-rounded tech collection.