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Bibliographic Detail
Publisher New Traditions Pr
Publication date October 1, 1998
Pages 31
Binding Hardcover
Book category Juvenile Non-Fiction
ISBN-13 9780966281309
ISBN-10 0966281306
Dimensions 0.75 by 9 by 11.50 in.
Availability§ Publisher Out of Business
Original list price $19.95
Other format details juvenile
§As reported by publisher
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Summary
A simple introduction to basic computer technology and vocabulary along with trivia facts and a story about computer use
Amazon.com description: Product Description: A computer is an amazing machine. But before you can use this information factory, you have to know a little about it.

In What's A Computer? today's youngest computer enthusiasts learn the different parts of a computer and are introduced to some basic terms and techniques. This book is a simple introduction to basic computer technology and vocabulary.

The direct writing style is always in sync with the way children think. Each concept is made solid, lively and understandable. The full color illustrations are cheerful, mischievous and funny. Despite the techno subject matter, the books use generous a mounts of white space to give all the information plenty of elbow room. The images, made up of great splashes of brilliant color and odd shapes, have lots of child appeal.

The book includes tips for taking care of your computer and interesting technological trivia for both kids and adults. A cast of characters, The Mouse Family, entertainingly guide the child reader through all the information contained in the book. There's a Glossary/Index in the back of the book and a fun "mousetail" bookmark sewn into the binding of the book.

This hard cover, dust jacketed book is 8.5" by 11" and is brightly colored throughout. It's the perfect gift for children and grandchildren four to seven years old.

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9780966281309 | details & prices | 31 pages | 9.00 × 11.50 × 0.75 in. | Rec. grade levels 3-4 | 0.95 lbs | List price $19.95
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