Before Video Games

by Mike Downs

Overview

Travel back in time to find out what life was like before video games. Historical photographs, helpful infographics, and a “Blast from the Past” special feature provide readers an engaging overview of games and activities people enjoyed before video games were invented.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781644931271
Publisher:	North Star Editions
Publication date:	01/01/2020
Series:	What Did We Do?
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	7 - 9 Years

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Kick the Can 5

Chapter 2 Neighborhood Games 9

Chapter 3 Entertainment 17

Blast From the Past: Erector Sets 22

Chapter 4 More Ways to Play 25

Before Video Games 28

Glossary 30

To Learn More 31

Index 32

Editorial Reviews

"Informative and good for early researchers." —School Library Journal

From the Publisher

04/01/2020

Gr 3–5—Adults who've had to explain commercials to children who are accustomed to streaming television, rejoice. This series explains just how far humans have come to have numerous options for instant entertainment and connection. Before TV and video games, people got their news and entertainment from radio, print sources, and live performances. Kids played board games or played with friends in person. Before social media and cell phones, contacting friends took more time. Readers will see clearly how the internet and computers have revolutionized our daily lives. Time line photos show the evolution of devices in a concrete way. A quick set of questions at the end of each book tests reader comprehension. Though the writing isn't particularly exciting, it's informative and good for early researchers. VERDICT A fine additional purchase.

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