Behind the Scenes: “Making the Moment of a Calculator’s Invention Relatable for Kids” by Jan Lower

How do you make a story about math and electricity comprehensible and relatable for kids? Author Jan Lower knew she needed to “show don’t tell,” but how? Finding connections for elementary aged children in the main character’s actions and processes, she crafted each sentence to build a child-friendly and engaging text. Here’s how Jan did it… and a giveaway!

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