Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level
8.4
Points
3.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Nonfiction
Word Count
15138
Points per Word
0.000198
Page Count
63
Points per Page
0.047619
Series
Inventors & Inventions
Description
The illustrated history traces the development of television from its early precursors such as the telegraph and radio to its rise as a dominant medium, describing the technological innovations that shaped its growth. It explores the social and cultural impact of television, including changes in news, entertainment, and daily life, and discusses projections for its future. Written for middle grade readers, the text combines factual narrative with visual aids to present a comprehensive overview of television's evolution.