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What were the first computers like?
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What were the first computers like?
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This mini-lesson explores the invention of the computer, from machines the size of a room to smartphones that fit in our pockets. In the activity, Bed Inventions, students will explore different types of bed inventions, and then design and draw a bed invention of their own.
Preview activity|
Blank Paper (8.5 x 11")
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3 sheets per student |
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Crayons
Colored pencils or markers will also work.
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Details
3 crayons per student
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Pencil
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1 pencil per student |
This is an activity that kids can do in class or at home, solo or with others. No print-outs needed!
After you complete the lesson and activity, try this extension.
What were the first computers like?
What did this lesson make you curious about? What other questions do you have about computers?
After you complete the lesson and activity, try this extension.
What if there were no computers? There would be no smart phones. No internet. No video games. How would that change what you do every day? Draw a picture that shows all the things you would do differently if there were no computers. Need some ideas? Talk to an adult who remembers what life was like before computers were around!
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