My Family Goes Green!: Defining the Problem: Defining the Problem (Computer Science for the Real World)

Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into the essential computer science skill of defining the problem using age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations. A meaningful storyline is paired with an accessible curricular topic to engage and excite readers. This book introduces readers to a relatable character and familiar situation, which demonstrates how they can define problems in everyday life. Readers will follow a family as they start to incorporate clean energy sources into their household. This fiction book is paired with the nonfiction book What Is Clean Energy? (ISBN: 9781508137894) . The instructional guide on the inside front and back covers provides: Vocabulary, Background knowledge, Text-dependent questions, Whole class activities, and Independent activities.