Ewing melds together a story about community, adapting to change, and the magic of ingenuity that reminds young readers that they can always turn to their own curiosity when feeling lost. Once she uses her science skills to get him up and running, a whole new world of connection opens up as Ralph becomes a member of her family and Maya begins to step into her power. She tries to put on a brave face since they are in fifth grade now, but Maya is nervous! Just when too much seems to be changing, she finds a robot named Ralph in the back of Mr. For the first time since kindergarten, her best friends Jada and MJ are placed in a different class without her, and introverted Maya has trouble making new friends. Maya and the Robot is an engaging, illustrated middle grade book with strong STEM connections, about the struggles of forming and maintaining friendships. Ewing comes a middle grade novel about a forgotten homemade robot who comes to life just when aspiring fifth-grade scientist Maya needs a friend - and a science fair project. But then she learns that this year won't be anything like the last. Ewing Read by: Bahni Turpin Synopsis Praise From award-winning author Eve L. She tries to keep calm by reminding herself she knows what to expect. Ewing comes an illustrated middle grade novel about a forgotten homemade robot who comes to life just when aspiring fifth-grade scientist Maya needs a friend - and a science fair project. He's imbued with purpose to help others and help them heal.From award-winning author Eve L. Ewing comes an illustrated middle grade novel about a forgotten homemade robot who comes to life just when aspiring fifth-grade scientist Maya. Ewing, Christine Almeda (Illustrator) 4. Ewing comes an illustrated middle grade novel about a forgotten homemade robot who comes to life just when aspiring fifth-grade scientist Maya needs a friend - and a. This loss turns Ralph into more than just a fun toy to show off at school. Maya faces a loss felt by the whole community, even ten years after the event. With that kind of opener, readers may be surprised at the story's sadder side. Maya and the Robot begins with a glimpse of the end of the story, when Ralph the robot starts a food fight in the school cafeteria during the science fair - so you know hijinks are coming. Ewing comes an illustrated middle grade novel about a forgotten homemade robot who comes to life just when aspiring fifth-grade scientist Maya needs a friend - and a science fair project.Mayas nervous about fifth grade. Mac, the convenience store owner, helps her cope, especially when he knows just what to give her that will thrill her scientific mind. She lives too far away to see them outside of school and now doesn't even share a recess with them. When her friends move to another class, she's suddenly very lonely.

She's curious about everything and hard working. Fifth-grader Maya is someone to root for from the start. Diverse characters, poignant moments, and joy in all things science make this girl-meets-robot story lovely and memorable.

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