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Clara and the Thinking Machine
Hardcover
Publisher Price: $24.99
Publisher: Sharon Philbrick
Published: Jun 22 2026
Pages: 68
Weight: 0.87
Height: 0.31 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Clara loves asking questions.
And Airius, the tiny Thinking Machine, always seems to have answers.
With a blink and a whirr, Airius can solve math problems, spell tricky words, and explain almost anything. It feels a little like magic - like having the smartest helper in the world right in your pocket.
But when Clara faces a problem with her friends, something feels different. The answers aren't as simple as facts and figures.
With gentle guidance from Grandma Ada and loyal Max by her side, Clara begins to understand an important truth: the best answers don't just come from thinking fast - they come from listening, caring, and making brave, kind choices.
Clara and the Thinking Machine is a warm and thoughtful story about curiosity, friendship, technology, and learning to use wisdom in a world full of instant answers.
Perfect for:
- Social-emotional learning (SEL)
- Classroom and homeschool discussions
- Conversations about technology and kindness
- Independent readers and meaningful read-alouds
Recommended for ages 6-9.
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