Communication: From Hieroglyphs to Hyperlinks (Kingfisher Knowledge)

By Richard Platt

Book Overview

Communication explores the technologies that we use to share information and "talk" to one another, from the alphabet to television and the Internet. Learn about significant moments in communication history, such as the invention of the telephone and the origins of the World Wide Web. Discover how photography saves lives, how radio waves are used in space travel, and how communication is used during times of war.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0753457695
• ISBN13: 9780753457696
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kingfisher
• Length: 63 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.7" x 0.4" x 9.6"
• Age Range: 9 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 8

Customer Reviews

Good Book!

I liked the book but also found it a bit short on information. Kids will love the photos but it could have been made more interesting.

how do you communicate?

Communication is very important in today's world. Have you ever thought about how it started? This book teaches us all about the various forms of communication. Starting with animal communication, taking us through alphabets, letters all the way to the internet! Lots of great information is packed into this book! I liked the fact that at the end of each chapter has a section called Go Further. This section features vocabulary words, websites, and booklists that kids can look for to learn more. This is a great book for kids ages 8-11 interested in animals of all types. They will enjoy the mix of pictures and useful information. The book would even make a great resource for report writing