Making Movies in Technicolor & Making Music with Magnets

Explore the Science Behind Entertainment and Sound

The Smithsonian Dual Discovery Flip Book: Making Movies in Technicolor and Making Music with Magnets introduces readers in grades 3-6 to the science and technology that power creativity. This two-in-one resource blends Smithsonian facts, vivid visuals, and interactive STEAM activities to show how innovation drives art and entertainment.

Inside, readers will explore:

Making Movies in Technicolor – A behind-the-scenes look at the history and science of filmmaking. Readers discover how inventors brought color to the big screen, how cameras and film technology evolved, and how today’s digital tools continue to transform Hollywood.

Making Music with Magnets – The surprising role magnets play in sound and music. Readers investigate how electric guitars, microphones, speakers, and modern audio systems turn science into art, connecting music to physics and engineering.

With Smithsonian-curated accuracy, real-world science connections, and engaging STEAM activities, this flip book makes complex concepts fun and accessible. Perfect for classrooms, libraries, or home learning, it inspires curiosity and shows how science and technology shape the way we see and hear the world.