Parent Guide > How the Internet Came to Be

This week in class, we’re reading "How the Internet Came to Be" by Shelby Ostergaard.

In the informational text "How the Internet Came to Be," Shelby Ostergaard explains how the Internet has developed into what we use today.

As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Technology, Progress & Industry as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"What are the costs and benefits of technology?" and "What should the future look like?"

Ways to support your child:

• Ask your child about this informational text at home:
  • What was "How the Internet Came to Be" about?
  • What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
• Watch the following clips with your child at home:
  • 'There and Back Again: A Packet's Tale. How Does the Internet Work?'
  • 'What is the Internet?'