The Tandy Computer Whiz Kids (The Community Action Program) #68-2016

Jul 1992 · Archie / Radio Shack · 0.00 FREE

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In "The Community Action Program," Archie and the gang take a hands-on tour of the Riverdale Science Museum, diving into the fascinating world of electricity, electronics, and the evolution of computing and aerospace. With engaging exhibits and a touch of Riverdale charm, the story offers a fun, educational peek into the science behind modern technology. Written by Mike Pellowski and illustrated by Howard Bender, with inks by Jon D'Agostino, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Bill Yoshida, the issue features a vibrant cover by Stan Goldberg and Mike Esposito.

Contains 2 stories

The Community Action Program

26 pp · Advocacy, Children

ShannaAlecZeke BraxtonMrs. RileyMrs. Wilsonclassmatesneighborhood kidssenior citizens

Alec and Shanna stumble upon a forgotten community center and a retired teacher in a neglected part of town, sparking an unexpected connection. With help from their classmates and a group of sharp-minded senior citizens, they begin bridging generations through shared skills and stories.

Archie and the History of Electronics

33 pp · Non-Fiction, Math & Science

Archie AndrewsMr. Andrews (Archie's father)Mrs. Andrews (Archie's Mother)Veronica LodgeJughead JonesReginald [Reggie] Mantle IIIBetty CooperMr. SvensonMs. GrundyChuck ClaytonBig MooseDilton DoilyNikola TeslaMichael FaradayHeinrich HertzJoseph HenryThomas EdisonAlexander Graham BellSamuel MorseAbraham LincolnGuglielmo MarconiJohn BardeenWalter H. BrattanWilliam ShockleyWilliam GilbertBenjamin FranklinJames Clerk Maxwell

Archie and the gang dive into the wonders of science at the Riverdale Science Museum, where they uncover the fascinating history of electricity and electronics—from early pioneers like Benjamin Franklin and Michael Faraday to the inventors who shaped the modern world, including Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison. As they explore exhibits on power generation, communication, and computing, the group discovers how groundbreaking minds like Joseph Henry, Guglielmo Marconi, and John Bardeen helped build the technological foundation of today’s world.