This week we are giving away THREE copies of “The Robot Book” by Heather Brown.
The Robot Book
Book description: The Robot Book (Accord Publishing) by Heather Brown is an interactive story that will enchant tinkerers of all ages. The working – and moving – gears, cogs, nuts, and bolts mounted on each beautifully illustrated spread will keep little fingers busy and imaginations engaged as the charming story reveals the secret behind what really makes the robot tick.
The Robot Book is a unique way to introduce children to one of life’s most important lessons: It’s what’s on the inside that counts. With striking artwork, interactive components, and a poignant message, it’s impossible not to fall in love with The Robot Book.
There are two ways to win.
BLOG – Drop a comment on this blog telling us your favorite robot memory from your childhood. We will draw a winner from the entries on Thursday, October 28th following the DadLabs Live Show.
WINNER! – Congrats to vtkid for winning a copy of “The Robot Book” via posting on this blog.
LIVE SHOW – Tune into the DadLabs Live Show on Thursday, October 28th at 2 p.m. EST. Drop a comment in the chat area to be entered in a drawing. Winner selected at end of show. TWO winners.
Check out the Live Show at either one of these links:
http://www.ustream.tv/channel/dadlabs
About the DadLabs Live Show:
The DadLabs Live Show is thirty minutes of dad and parenting news and comedy. We discuss topics in the news, what’s going on in our own parenthood, and interview experts and authors. It’s fun and fast paced. Each week, we give away some great prizes to a few lucky viewers. We’ve given away BabyBjorn merchandise, a First Year True Fit Premium car seat, gift certificates, and a lot more! Check it out every Thursday at 2 p.m. EST.
Posting up just in case I miss the live show… It has happened. :/
OH, forgot the robot memory… duh…
Johnny 5 is Alive! (Need I say more?)
Come on, Ally Sheedy AND Steve Guttenberg? Gotta love Short Circuit!
No Disassemble Johnny 5!!
I loved Short Circuit when I was a kid
I am a new father late in my life. I am not an expert, but I know what does NOT work.
My favorite memory of robots was dancing the robot back in the 80s.
Seriously, I actually grew up wanting to be a robot. Not a fireman, police man or astronaut, but a robot. lol
This would be great for my son, Steeler. Yes, Steeler is his name. YES, I am a robot Pittsburgh Steelers’ fan.
Love the book and the marketing behind it. Love your blog and show. Keep up the great work.
Does anyone remember MyPal2???
http://www.doobybrain.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/my-pal-2.jpg
OMG this thing was fun. My parents didn’t make very much money, so I always had to envy my cousins who got every toy they wanted! They would bring it with them everywhere, so when they were distracted enough it was mine for a few moments. It could shoot a little ping pong ball, it would talk and light up! It was basically everything I wish real people would do in a robot best friend! HAHA
Also… it had a basket ball hoop.
*fades back with jump shot*
I used to watch Lost in Space reruns as a kid. The Robot was so cool. I wanted one of my own. I wanted to build one. That desire lead me to a PhD in Mechanical Engineering and a career at NASA building robots.
Ok, that list bit is completely untrue. I’m a graphic designer. But wouldn’t that haven’t been so cool?
We were in Odessy of the Mind as kids (don’t know what it’s called now) and we got to build a robot! As a 10-year-old, imagination is overflowing for a great robot. Still wish I could have invented the one that cleans my room…
I enjoyed the Star Wars Movies with R2D2 and C3PO.
Going lo-tech with the Rock-em Sock-em Robots.
For ‘Media’ robots, it’s a toss-up between Marvin(HHGTG) and IQ-9(StarBlazers).
Though, given my avatar, IQ-9 wins!
I’ve loved robots forever. I made my first robot when i was in 2nd grade, it was a trash can placed on a R/C car.
Now, many years later, I actually make robots for a living (see http://www.xitome.com).
The trashcan story is a great leader.
I used to love Rose the Robot from The Jetsons when I was a youngin’…she had soo much sass…LOL And quite often saved the Jetsons from misfortune~!!!
Sorry…that’s Rosie the Robot…didn’t notice that before…DOH~!!!
I can only think of the Jetson’s robot. Don’t really remember any others when I was a kid
I’d love to win this for my great-nephew….He loves “bobots”
clemay62 at rocketmail dot com
Ummmm…Robot Memory??? Can I say that I don’t have one memory about robots? In fact I’m trying really hard and I can’t even think of one robot….wait who is that one that had caterpillar wheels and angry eyebrows? Let me ask my hubby…Johnny 5. I remember watching Johnny 5, that’s all! But, I think my son would love this book and it would be a great robot memory for him.
I am interested in this book.
I love old old old movies and l love 1953 Abbott and Costello Go to Mars
spec@live.ca
Ok gave this some thought and there are a few
First is Elektro Westinghouse engineer Joseph Barnett made a splash at the 1939 World’s Fair with a 7-foot, cable-controlled metal man that could walk, speak 77 words (using a wax record), and even smoke cigarettes (so debonair).
Second the Hero 1 by Heath Kit the first units were available in 1982 always wanted one.
Third Fale Maria the classic sexbot from Fritz Lang’s 1927 Metropolis was one of the first mechanized humans on film. She danced topless, incited riots, and sparked duels, but what really got her off was overthrowing the ruling class.
Then there are three that are just iconic Hal 9000, KITT, and The Terminator