Robobots
PreKindergarten-Grade 3When the bright blue Robobot family moves into a new neighborhood, they arent made to feel welcome. They assume that the mailbox and fire hydrants dont talk because they are shy, and the humans think of them as weirdos. D.A.D. cant find a job, M.O.M. is greeted at the market by signs saying Buzz Off, and little Widget and Toggle find the school closed (though the illustration clearly shows children inside). The neighbors march over to tell these strangers to leave but when they are invited inside, they find a wacky fantasy house with talking appliances, flying furniture, and toys that walk. Soon everyone is charmed and friendly and the Robobots are happyeven if some of the neighbors are a little strange. Novaks acrylic paintings create a Candy Land atmosphere where intolerance is unacceptable. The message is strongly conveyed through humor as the illustrations and words play together to give the real meaning behind each situation. Children will learn about accepting others and have fun with Novaks gentle robot family as they overcome initial hostility from their new neighbors.Anne Connor, Los Angeles Public LibraryCopyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.