Author: Frank Puterbaugh Bachman
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Inventions
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Nine remarkable men produced inventions that changed the world. The printing press, the telephone, powered flight, recording and others have made the modern world what it is. But who were the men who had these ideas and made reality of them? As David Angus shows, they were very different quiet, boisterous, confident, withdrawn but all had a moment of vision allied to single-minded determination to battle through numerous prototypes and produced something that really worked. It is a fascinating account for younger listeners.
Great Inventors and Their Inventions
Author: Frank Puterbaugh Bachman
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Inventions
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Nine remarkable men produced inventions that changed the world. The printing press, the telephone, powered flight, recording and others have made the modern world what it is. But who were the men who had these ideas and made reality of them? As David Angus shows, they were very different quiet, boisterous, confident, withdrawn but all had a moment of vision allied to single-minded determination to battle through numerous prototypes and produced something that really worked. It is a fascinating account for younger listeners.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Inventions
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Nine remarkable men produced inventions that changed the world. The printing press, the telephone, powered flight, recording and others have made the modern world what it is. But who were the men who had these ideas and made reality of them? As David Angus shows, they were very different quiet, boisterous, confident, withdrawn but all had a moment of vision allied to single-minded determination to battle through numerous prototypes and produced something that really worked. It is a fascinating account for younger listeners.
Inventors
Author: Robert Winston
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 024146630X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Step into Leonardo da Vinci's workshop, relax on board Hideo Shima's speedy bullet train, and join movie star Hedy Lamarr to bounce ideas around in between takes. Inventors looks at the towering achievements of more than 50 inventors in great detail. From Lizzie Magie, who came up with the idea for the game Monopoly, but had it stolen, to the ancient Turkish polymath Ismail al-Jazari, who decided the best way to power a clock was with a model elephant, to Richard Turere, the Maasai inventor who created a lion-scaring device when he was just 13 years old - the inventors of this ebook have all used buckets-full of creativity to find ways to improve our world. Each page is packed with jaw-dropping facts, with every inventor's achievements written as a story. Professor Robert Winston's beautiful descriptions of the inventors' lives are brought to life through stunning illustrations by Jessamy Hawke and fantastic photography highlights the detail of their designs.The inventors come from all walks of life and parts of the world, making this the perfect ebook for every budding inventor.
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 024146630X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Step into Leonardo da Vinci's workshop, relax on board Hideo Shima's speedy bullet train, and join movie star Hedy Lamarr to bounce ideas around in between takes. Inventors looks at the towering achievements of more than 50 inventors in great detail. From Lizzie Magie, who came up with the idea for the game Monopoly, but had it stolen, to the ancient Turkish polymath Ismail al-Jazari, who decided the best way to power a clock was with a model elephant, to Richard Turere, the Maasai inventor who created a lion-scaring device when he was just 13 years old - the inventors of this ebook have all used buckets-full of creativity to find ways to improve our world. Each page is packed with jaw-dropping facts, with every inventor's achievements written as a story. Professor Robert Winston's beautiful descriptions of the inventors' lives are brought to life through stunning illustrations by Jessamy Hawke and fantastic photography highlights the detail of their designs.The inventors come from all walks of life and parts of the world, making this the perfect ebook for every budding inventor.
Inventors and Inventions
Author: Lorraine Hopping Egan
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 9780590103886
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Presents reproducible cross-curricular activities for grades four through eight on historic and modern inventions and inventors, and includes ideas for student inventions.
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 9780590103886
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Presents reproducible cross-curricular activities for grades four through eight on historic and modern inventions and inventors, and includes ideas for student inventions.
Inventors Who Changed the World
Author: Heidi Poelman
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1641707585
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 17
Book Description
From the ranging curiosity of Leonardo da Vinci to the dedication and sacrifice of Marie Curie, Inventors Who Changed the World is a young child's first introduction to the brilliant people who taught us the meaning of perseverance and innovation. Simple text and adorable illustrations tell the contributions of nine renowned inventors from around the world: Cai Lun, Leonardo da Vinci, Marie Curie, Thomas Edison, Orville and Wilbur Wright, Grace Hopper, Johannes Gutenberg, and Louis Pasteur. Inspire your own little inventor with the words of these inventive heroes who changed the world.
Publisher: Abrams
ISBN: 1641707585
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 17
Book Description
From the ranging curiosity of Leonardo da Vinci to the dedication and sacrifice of Marie Curie, Inventors Who Changed the World is a young child's first introduction to the brilliant people who taught us the meaning of perseverance and innovation. Simple text and adorable illustrations tell the contributions of nine renowned inventors from around the world: Cai Lun, Leonardo da Vinci, Marie Curie, Thomas Edison, Orville and Wilbur Wright, Grace Hopper, Johannes Gutenberg, and Louis Pasteur. Inspire your own little inventor with the words of these inventive heroes who changed the world.
Inventions and Inventors
Author: Grolier Educational (Firm)
Publisher: Grolier Educational Corporation
ISBN: 9780717293841
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 78
Book Description
This book describes the inventions that make air travel possible, from balloons and airships to jet planes and space shuttles.
Publisher: Grolier Educational Corporation
ISBN: 9780717293841
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 78
Book Description
This book describes the inventions that make air travel possible, from balloons and airships to jet planes and space shuttles.
Black Inventors
Author: Kathy Trusty
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1648762697
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 113
Book Description
Discover 15 inventors and inventions that changed the world in this guide for kids ages 8 to 12 Throughout history, Black inventors have achieved some of the world's greatest advancements in science, technology, engineering, and math. This book highlights 15 men and women who made a big impact with their inventions—from Marie Van Brittan Brown, who created the first home security system, to Mark Dean, who invented the personal computer. Learn all about each inventor's creative process, their invention, and the way it's benefited our world. The "first Black man of science"—Explore how Benjamin Banneker used his knowledge of math and science to build the first wooden clock, create an almanac, and help design the city that became Washington, D.C. An innovator in Black hair care—Learn how Lyda Newman became an inventor at the early age of 14, when she engineered an improved hairbrush design that made it easier and more affordable to properly care for Black hair. A web technology expert—Find out how Lisa Gelobter developed internet technology inventions that people rely on every day, including web animation, GIFs, and online videos. Take a journey through the stories of Black inventors and their inventions, with this guide designed just for kids.
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1648762697
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 113
Book Description
Discover 15 inventors and inventions that changed the world in this guide for kids ages 8 to 12 Throughout history, Black inventors have achieved some of the world's greatest advancements in science, technology, engineering, and math. This book highlights 15 men and women who made a big impact with their inventions—from Marie Van Brittan Brown, who created the first home security system, to Mark Dean, who invented the personal computer. Learn all about each inventor's creative process, their invention, and the way it's benefited our world. The "first Black man of science"—Explore how Benjamin Banneker used his knowledge of math and science to build the first wooden clock, create an almanac, and help design the city that became Washington, D.C. An innovator in Black hair care—Learn how Lyda Newman became an inventor at the early age of 14, when she engineered an improved hairbrush design that made it easier and more affordable to properly care for Black hair. A web technology expert—Find out how Lisa Gelobter developed internet technology inventions that people rely on every day, including web animation, GIFs, and online videos. Take a journey through the stories of Black inventors and their inventions, with this guide designed just for kids.
Have You Thanked an Inventor Today?
Author: Patrice McLaurin
Publisher: Digital Arts, Incorporated
ISBN: 9780997315202
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Have You Thanked an Inventor Today? is a journey into the often forgotten contributions of African-American inventors, that contributed to the American landscape. This book was written to appeal to African-American youth, inspiring creative thought and innovation. It was also written to demonstrate to children how the genius of African-American minds is utilized on a daily basis. Biographies about each inventor, as well as activity sheets are included in the book to further stimulate the minds of young readership.
Publisher: Digital Arts, Incorporated
ISBN: 9780997315202
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Have You Thanked an Inventor Today? is a journey into the often forgotten contributions of African-American inventors, that contributed to the American landscape. This book was written to appeal to African-American youth, inspiring creative thought and innovation. It was also written to demonstrate to children how the genius of African-American minds is utilized on a daily basis. Biographies about each inventor, as well as activity sheets are included in the book to further stimulate the minds of young readership.
Famous Inventors & Inventions
Author: Speedy Publishing
Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN: 1680320440
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
Famous inventors and the inventions they develop is a fascinating area of historical study that is usually far too advanced for young children. However, a Famous Inventors & Inventions Picture Book breaks that information down in a way that is interesting and engaging to young boys and girls. Instead of pages and pages of text that makes no sense to them, children can see a picture of the inventor alongside the invention they created. This helps to begin laying the foundation for this knowledge in children at a young age and may even spark their interest and imagination in this area.
Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN: 1680320440
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
Famous inventors and the inventions they develop is a fascinating area of historical study that is usually far too advanced for young children. However, a Famous Inventors & Inventions Picture Book breaks that information down in a way that is interesting and engaging to young boys and girls. Instead of pages and pages of text that makes no sense to them, children can see a picture of the inventor alongside the invention they created. This helps to begin laying the foundation for this knowledge in children at a young age and may even spark their interest and imagination in this area.
Inventions and Inventors
Author: Darren Sechrist
Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780778741862
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Details, in graphic form, significant inventions from throughout history and provides information on inventors, such as Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Edison, and Henry Ford.
Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780778741862
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Details, in graphic form, significant inventions from throughout history and provides information on inventors, such as Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Edison, and Henry Ford.
The Book of Inventions
Author: Ian Harrison
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781844031849
Category : Inventions
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
This encyclopedia of inventions provides the dates, the details and the stories of how we gained some of the things we now take for granted. Every possible invention is covered from the simple paperclip to the irritating parking meter.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781844031849
Category : Inventions
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
This encyclopedia of inventions provides the dates, the details and the stories of how we gained some of the things we now take for granted. Every possible invention is covered from the simple paperclip to the irritating parking meter.