The Proto Project: A Sci-Fi Adventure of the Mind for Kids Ages 9-12
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When Jason meets his mom’s billion-dollar invention, an artificial intelligence device named Proto, he accidentally gets caught up in a mysterious adventure. Proto goes missing, and then people go missing. Now Jason and his coolest-neighbor-ever Maya must risk their lives to prevent global mayhem. But who is behind this devious plot? Is it another AI? The FBI? Or any other abbreviation with an I? What exactly is there to learn about artificial and human intelligence while fighting for your life against a legion of furry puppies or a battalion of drones? A lot— if you live to tell about it.
For kids who love fast-paced, fun books that spark curiosity and excitement about our world.
Ready for novels?
Ideal for children who have outgrown chapter books and are ready for longer middle-grade books. Read it together or independently.
Best for kids who …
Adore realistic fiction combined with fantasy and science fiction, told with humor and tall-tale flairLove fast-paced novels filled with mystery, suspense, action and adventureEnjoy series books
Wonderful for parents and teachers looking for …
An entertaining, educational novel for upper-elementary and middle school tweensBooks that encourage intellectual curiosity with a growth mindset and inspires social responsibilityContent that emphasizes collaboration and teamwork to benefit the greater good
If you liked Johnson’s chapter book Code 7, you will love The Proto Project.
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Publishers Weekly
“Johnson keeps the middle school laughs going in this action-packed, accessible look at the pros and cons of advancing AI and technology, a contemporary tale certain to intrigue and entertain young readers.”
Booklife
“Exciting, quirky, and fast-paced… The author writes smoothly and engagingly with a conversational style that offers strong appeal to the target audience of middle-grade readers, particularly those who are fans of funny sci-fi and mystery capers. Readers will eagerly follow their witty and unexpected adventures as they get increasingly in over their heads.”
Kirkus Reviews
“Johnson (Code 7, 2017) offers a well-calculated balance of suspense and humor for middle school readers …. Action sequences are exciting and dramatic. The novel also provides food for thought in considering how AI could help or hurt humanity. Although the villains are over the top, they do give voice to some of the forces that might want to use AI for selfish, grandiose reasons. A well-written, fast-paced and thoughtful adventure.” – Kirkus Review
Midwest Book Review
Spiced with a satisfying blend of mystery, science, and social inspection, The Proto Project excels in crafting a fast-paced story of how proactive AIs, savvy children, and adults investigate their rapidly-changing new world with an attention to revealing trade secrets. As they embark on world-changing choices and action, the efforts of one young man who becomes involved in a new formula to enhance humanity’s future changes everything. (It should also be noted that the open-ended conclusion satisfyingly ends The Proto Project, but paves the way for more adventures.)
More Books by Bryan R. Johnson
The Proto Project: A Sci-fi Adventure of the Mind Code 7: Cracking the Code for an Epic Life Código 7 (English-Spanish Bilingual Edition) Código 7 (Spanish Edition)
Type
Boys and girls who are ready for full-length novels Boys and girls who have outgrown picture books Spanish readers, ESL, and foreign language learners Spanish readers, ESL, and foreign language learners
Level
Guided Reading Level N; Lexile Measure: 600L-700L; DRA 28 Guided Reading Level: H-M; Lexile Measure: 500L – 600L nglish: Guided Reading Level: H-M; Lexile Measure: 500L – 600L NA
Pages
188 128 240 114
Publisher : Candy Wrapper (September 16, 2019)
Language : English
Paperback : 188 pages
ISBN-10 : 1940556058
ISBN-13 : 978-1940556055
Reading age : 8 – 10 years, from customers
Item Weight : 5.9 ounces
Dimensions : 5 x 0.5 x 8 inches
