Where’s the Brain? Where’s the Body?

This worksheet presents three case studies-a self-driving car, a hospital helper robot, and a talking toy-to help students identify which parts of each machine are robotics (body/hardware) and which are AI (brain/software). Students answer targeted questions about sensors, wheels, motors, and decision-making programs. This reinforces their ability to separate physical capabilities from computational thinking. It encourages observation, analysis, and clear explanation. This worksheet strengthens understanding of how real-world machines combine both elements.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Case-Based Questioning

Technology Education – Identifying Hardware vs. Software

Critical Thinking – Breaking Down System Components

STEM – Real-World Technology Applications

This worksheet is part of our The Difference Between Robots and AI Worksheets collection.