Animation: from Concept to Consumer (Calling All Innovators: a Career for You)

Trace the history of animation from its earliest roots to its most recent successes and beyond.Calling All Innovators series introduces students to careers in science and technology. The complex text allows readers (Grades 5-8) to determine the main idea and explain how it is supported by key details. From early successes such as Steamboat Willie and the Merrie Melodies series to modern masterpieces such as WALL-E and Spirited Away, the world of animated film and television has come a...
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Trace the history of animation from its earliest roots to its most recent successes and beyond.Calling All Innovators series introduces students to careers in science and technology. The complex text allows readers (Grades 5-8) to determine the main idea and explain how it is supported by key details. From early successes such as Steamboat Willie and the Merrie Melodies series to modern masterpieces such as WALL-E and Spirited Away, the world of animated film and television has come a long way since its beginning. Readers will learn about the different types of artists, engineers, and filmmakers who have made this incredible blend of art and technology possible throughout the decades.