Technology around us unit

Science

• The student learned about how technology helps people communicate by using examples such as phones and computers.
• They understand how technology makes daily tasks easier by exploring the use of kitchen appliances and tools.
• The student learned about the impact of technology on the environment through discussions on pollution and conservation.
• They explored the concept of technology being used for entertainment, such as video games and television.

For continued development, encourage students to conduct simple experiments to understand the principles of communication technology, such as making their own tin can phone or designing a simple pulley system to understand how technology makes tasks easier. This hands-on approach will deepen their understanding of the concepts learned in the activity.

Book Recommendations

• My Amazing Body Machine: A Colorful Visual Guide to How Your Body Works by Robert Winston: This book introduces young readers to the technology inside their own bodies, with colorful illustrations and engaging explanations.
• The Great Toy Rescue by Briony Stewart: This book explores the imaginative and creative aspects of technology, as a girl uses household items to build her own toys and gadgets.
• The Marvelous Thing That Came From a Spring: The Accidental Invention of the Toy That Swept the Nation by Gilbert Ford: This book tells the true story of how the Slinky toy was invented, introducing the concept of accidental discoveries in technology.