by The Library of Congress 2016

Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.

This week in class, we’re reading "The History of the Cylinder Phonograph" by The Library of Congress.

The informational text "The History of the Cylinder Phonograph" discusses Thomas Edison's development of a device that recorded and reproduced sound.

As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Resilience & Success and Technology, Progress & Industry as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"What are the costs and benefits of technology?" and "Why do people succeed?"

Ways to support your child:

  • Ask your child about this informational text at home:
    • What was "The History of the Cylinder Phonograph" about?
    • What did you learn about Resilience & Success?
    • What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
  • Watch the following clips with your child at home: