Danny Dunn and the Homework Machine

Name: Danny Dunn and the Homework Machine
ISBN: 9781479408122

by Jay Williams, Raymond Abrashkin

Danny Dunn Series · Book 3

For the child who wishes they could automate their chores, this retro sci-fi adventure reveals that taking the easy way out often takes the most work of all.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child starts complaining about the 'pointlessness' of schoolwork or is looking for a shortcut to finish their chores. Danny Dunn and the Homework Machine is a classic retro sci-fi adventure that explores the ethics of technology and the value of personal effort. When Danny and his friends program a computer to solve their math problems, they discover that 'saving time' actually requires a great deal of intellectual labor, logic, and planning. It is a charming, humorous look at intellectual honesty and the unexpected joy of mastery. Ideal for children ages 8 to 12, this story helps frame the conversation around why we do hard things and the importance of understanding the 'how' behind the 'answer.'

Coding & Technology Curiosity & Wonder School Life Teamwork & Collaboration Honesty & Integrity Science Fiction Vehicles & Machines Pride & Accomplishment

What Parents Should Know

Moral AmbiguityMild

Characters deceive their teacher and parents about who is doing the work.

Sensitive Topics

The book is entirely secular and safe for all audiences. It deals with minor ethical dilemmas regarding honesty and school rules, resolved through growth and natural consequences.