The Wild Robot: Collector's Edition (Volume 1)

This heartwarming chapter book introduces Roz, a service robot who finds herself shipwrecked on an uninhabited island. Initially seen as a monster by the local wildlife, Roz slowly learns to communicate, adapt, and build relationships with the animals. Her journey takes a profound turn when she becomes the adoptive mother to an orphaned gosling, Brightbill. The story explores themes of survival, found family, kindness as a survival skill, and environmentalism, all while Roz navigates her purpose and identity in a world she was not programmed for. It is a deeply emotional and adventurous tale suitable for elementary readers.