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Screens are everywhere, from your TV to your phone! Let's discover what they are and how they work!

Images

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Bully Advance Screening Hosted by First Lady Katie O'Malley
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Bully Advance Screening Hosted by First Lady Katie O'Malley
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Smartphone Screen Resolutions (Display Sizes)
My first 5 minute attempt at a transparent screen
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iPod touch Screens
Bully Advance Screening Hosted by First Lady Katie O'Malley
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Bully Advance Screening Hosted by First Lady Katie O'Malley

Key Facts

What They Show
Images, videos, and text.
Made Of
Materials that can emit light or change color.
Pixel Power
Millions of tiny dots called pixels create the image.
Fun Fact
The first moving pictures on screens were shown over 100 years ago!

What's a Screen, Anyway?

Imagine a flat surface that shows you pictures and words! That's a screen! It's like a magic window that lets you see cartoons, play games, and learn new things. Screens can be big, like the one on your TV, or super tiny, like on your watch. They are made of special materials that can light up and change colors to create all the amazing images you see.

Screens Through Time!

Long, long ago, people didn't have screens like we do. They used to tell stories with pictures drawn on walls or in books. Then, clever inventors started making screens that could show moving pictures!

Early screens were like big, clunky boxes, but they were super exciting for their time. Over many years, screens got thinner, brighter, and showed much clearer pictures, making them a part of our everyday lives.

Why Screens Are So Cool!

Screens help us learn about the world! You can watch documentaries about animals, explore faraway places, or even practice your math skills. They also let us talk to friends and family who live far away by showing their faces on video calls. Screens are like super-powered tools that connect us and help us discover new adventures, all from the comfort of our homes.

How Do Screens Make Pictures?

Screens have tiny little dots called pixels. Think of them like tiny light bulbs that can turn on and off and change color! When millions of these tiny pixels work together, they create the whole picture you see. Some screens use light that shines through colored filters, while others have tiny LEDs that glow by themselves. It's like a giant, colorful puzzle being put together super fast!

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