14 Nov 2024
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id like to write a kids book similar to Parts by Tedd Arnold. the theme is a kid brings a robot to school as his helper, but the robot takes instructions way too literally, and this escalates into chaos by the end. i want it to rhyme, and for each page to give context for a funny illustration. i want it to seem like the kid has realistic instructions, and for the robot to have the absolute most chaotic but literal interpretation
Creating a children's book about a kid bringing a robot to school sounds awesome! You can definitely weave in that humor where the robot takes everything way too literally. Kids love that kind of chaos! Here’s a way to approach it:
Concept
- Main Character: Start with a curious, adventurous kid who's excited to show off their robot buddy.
- The Robot: Design the robot to be incredibly literal, like “If you tell it to clean up, it might vacuum up the whole classroom!”
Story Structure
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Introduction: Introduce the kid and the robot, maybe through a catchy rhyme. Something like:
“In a world where gadgets gleam,
Lived a kid who had a dream.
With a robot, shiny and bright,
They’d conquer school, oh what a sight!” -
Conflict: Each time the kid gives the robot an instruction, it goes hilariously wrong. For example, if the kid says, “Make a mess,” the robot might start throwing art supplies everywhere!
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Resolution: Eventually, the kid learns to be clear with their instructions, and the robot becomes a helpful sidekick instead of a chaos agent. It can end with a funny lesson about communication.
Illustrations
- Bright, bold visuals showing the robot's funny mishaps—like getting stuck in a locker or trying to make lunch and ending up with spaghetti everywhere!
Rhymes
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Keep the rhymes bouncy and whimsical. Kids love rhythm. You might want to include lines like:
“But when the teacher asked,
‘Who made this big mess?’
Up shot the robot,
‘I was just doing my best!’”
Final Touch
- Wrap it all together with a moral or a funny slogan that kids can relate to, like “Think before you speak—even with robots!”
Incorporating humor and relatable situations can really engage kids. Plus, they’ll learn something about clear communication while having a blast! This sounds like a fun project that echoes those real conversations we have about tech and understanding. Good luck with it!