I Make a Simple Machine: Step by Step

By Corina Jeffries

Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into the essential computer science concept of using a design process to create artifacts using age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations. A meaningful storyline is paired with an accessible curricular topic to engage and excite readers. This book introduces readers to a relatable character and familiar situation, which demonstrates how using a design process is applicable in everyday life. In this book, a narrator makes a simple machine step by step. This fiction book is paired with the nonfiction book Making Simple Machines (ISBN: 9781538368435). The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides: Vocabulary, Background knowledge, Text-dependent questions, Whole class activities, and Independent activities.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1538368552
• ISBN13: 9781538368558
• Release Date: January 2019
• Publisher: Rosen Classroom
• Length: 16 Pages
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 8