Fall 2024

Television Then and Now

Technology Then and Now
  • Interest Level: Kindergarten - Grade 3
  • Reading Level: Grade 2

Describes the evolution of television. An introduction explains how television is used and when it came to be a part of daily life. The remaining chapters detail eras in the development of television up until the present day. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.

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978-1-5038-8953-8
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Interest Level Kindergarten - Grade 3
Reading Level Grade 2
Genre Nonfiction
Category STEM
Copyright 2025
Publisher The Child's World, Inc.
Imprint Wonder Books
Language English
Number of Pages 24
Publication Date 2024-08-01
BISACS JNF051120, JNF051130, JNF061010
Dewey 621.388
Graphics Full-color photographs, Historical photographs
Dimensions 8 x 9.5
Lexile 760
Guided Reading Level Q
Features Author/Illustrator biography, Educational front/back matter, Glossary of key words, Index, Infographics, Informative sidebars, Phonetics, Photo captions, Reviewed, Sources for further research, Suggested websites, and Table of contents
Online Resources Britannica Kids
PBS Kids
Wonderopolis
  • The History of Television
  • The Big Three
  • The Rise of Cable
  • Streaming TV
  • Wonder More
  • Fast Facts
  • Glossary
  • Find Out More
  • Index
Author: Cynthia Kennedy Henzel

Cynthia Kennedy Henzel has a bachelor of science degree in social studies education and a master of science degree in geography. She has worked as a teacher-educator in many countries. Currently, she works writing books and developing education materials for social studies, science, and ELL students. She has written more than 100 books and over 150 stories for young people.

Reviews

A noteworthy review of Technology Then and Now from School Library Journal on November 1, 2024

This series introduces young readers to the evolution of key inventions, including the plane, car, TV, computer, and train. Each book provides about 15 pages of well-organized text, covering the origin of the item, its inventor, significant advancements over time, and potential future… View →

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