About This Book
Jasmine Warga's 'A Rover's Story' is a heartwarming and adventurous middle-grade novel told from the unique perspective of Resilience, a Mars rover. As Resilience is assembled by NASA scientists, he begins to develop unexpected human-like emotions and a deep curiosity about his purpose. The story follows his journey to Mars, where he faces the harsh realities of space exploration, navigates challenging terrains, and learns to persevere through mechanical failures and isolation. It's a thoughtful exploration of identity, resilience, and the wonders of scientific discovery, perfect for children aged 10-14 who enjoy science fiction with emotional depth.
Built to explore Mars, Resilience begins to develop human-like feelings as he learns from the NASA scientists who assembled him, and as he blasts off and explores Mars, Resilience must overcome different obstacles as he explores the red planet.
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Discussion Prompts
1
If you were Resilience, what would be the first thing you'd want to explore on Mars?
2
Resilience develops feelings. Do you think robots could ever truly feel emotions? Why or why not?
3
What were some of the biggest challenges Resilience faced, and how did he show resilience in overcoming them?
4
How did the scientists at NASA influence Resilience's understanding of the world and himself?
5
What does this book teach us about the importance of curiosity and exploration?
External Reviews
NYT Bestseller
Children’s Middle Grade Hardcover (7 weeks on list)
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