Open World 2, Unit 6: Intriguing devices
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This unit covers inventions and technology from cameras to computers and robots. Here are some additional suggestions for this theme:
The Story of Inventions, by Anna Claybourne & Adam Larakum
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The Invention of Hugo Cabret, by Brian Selznick
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Cool Stuff and How it Works, Luke Collins
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Hacker, by Malorie Blackman
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The Electric War, by Mike Winchell
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Always Inventing, by Tom Matthews
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The Industrial Revolution, by Carla Mooney
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The Way Things Work Now, by David Macaulay
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Photos Framed: A Fresh Look at the World’s Most Memorable Photographs, by Ruth Thompson
This engaging book presents 27 noteworthy photos from the early days of photography to the present. Each is categorized into portrait, nature, photography and documentary. Opposite each photograph is an explanation as well as topics of discussion and questions to consider. (Lexile 1090L ) what is this?
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DK Eyewitness Book: Invention
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The Invention of Hugo Cabret, by Brian Selznick
The story of an orphaned boy named Hugo, who secretly lives in the walls of a Paris train station. He finds out the mysteries contained in his most prized possession, a mechanical man from his dead father. Inspired by French pioneer filmmaker Georges and his collection of wind-up mechanical figures called automata. The thickness of this book may initially make it intimidating to some readers, but once opened, it is quickly obvious that it isn’t a long or difficult read, as half of the pages are filled with wonderful pencil illustrations. Winner of the Caldecott Medal, the first novel to ever win this award. (Lexile 820L ) what is this?