LAYLA & THE BOTS

Happy Paws: A Branches Book (Layla and the Bots #1)

Written by Vicky Fang, Illustrated by Christine Nishiyama

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Layla and the Bots are in an awesome rock band! They also use problem-solving and creativity to build cool inventions. When a local amusement park is in danger of shutting down, Layla knows just how to bring in the crowds… build an amusement park for DOGS! But will cool doggie rides like the Rub-a-Dub Mud Slide and the Tummy Rubbing Machine be enough to keep the park open? With full-color artwork on every page and speech bubbles throughout, this early chapter book series brings kid-friendly STEAM topics to young readers!

Publisher: Scholastic
Format: Paperback / Hardcover
ISBN 978-1338582895 / 978-1338582901


Built for Speed (Layla and the Bots #2)

Written by Vicky Fang, Illustrated by Christine Nishiyama

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Blossom Valley is hosting a go-kart race! The go-karts are provided for all the kids in town. Layla and the Bots can’t wait for race day! But one racer, Tina, needs their help. She needs a new cart that uses hand-controls and other cool features. Layla and the Bots know just what to do… they will build her a brand-new cart that’s even faster than her wheelchair! But will Tina’s go-kart have enough speed to win the race? With full-color artwork on every page and speech bubbles throughout, this early chapter book series brings kid-friendly STEAM topics to young readers!

Publisher: Scholastic
Format: Paperback / Hardcover
ISBN 978-1338582925 / 978-1338582949


Cupcake Fix (Layla and the Bots #3)

Written by Vicky Fang, Illustrated by Christine Nishiyama

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Blossom Valley is opening a new community center! But they need to generate buzz for the grand opening. Layla and the Bots know how to help: they will build a cupcake machine for the party! But will their invention be a piece of cake… or a recipe for disaster? With full-color artwork on every page, speech bubbles throughout, and a fun DIY activity that readers can try at home, this early chapter book series brings kid-friendly STEAM topics to young readers!

Publisher: Scholastic
Format: Paperback / Hardcover
ISBN 978-1338582970 / 978-1338582987


Making Waves (Layla and the Bots #4)

Written by Vicky Fang, Illustrated by Christine Nishiyama

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DETAILS

Layla and the Bots are so excited to meet the animals at the Surfside Rescue Center! They meet a sea turtle, a sea lion, and a dolphin named Splash, who needs their help. Splash won’t eat unless there is music playing… but he likes to pick his own music! Can Layla and the Bots build a music machine that will do the job? With full-color artwork on every page, speech bubbles throughout, and a fun DIY activity that’s perfect for at-home learning, this early chapter book series brings kid-friendly STEAM topics to young readers!

Publisher: Scholastic
Format: Paperback / Hardcover
ISBN 978-1338582970 / 978-1338582987


ACTIVITIES

Read Aloud: Vicky reads the first two chapters of Layla and the Bots: Happy Paws.
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Activity Sheet: Design Your Own Amusement Ride for Dogs
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Lesson Plan: The Invention I’s with Layla and the Bots
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Activity Sheet: Draw the Bots with illustrator Christine Nishiyama
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Activity Video: Design & Build a Marble Rollercoaster
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STEAM Activity: DIY Propellor Car
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Activity Sheet: Design a Cupcake
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STEAM Activity: Code an Instrument
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STEAM Activity: Build a Balloon-Powered Speedboat
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