Presents the life and accomplishments of the scientist who was responsible for more than one thousand inventions, including the electric light bulb, the phonograph, and the first movie camera.
Getting to Know the World's Greatest Scientists & Inventors Series
This series of engaging biographies introduces readers to the minds and discoveries of history's most influential scientists and inventors. Each volume offers a compelling look into the lives and work of the visionaries who shaped our world. Explore the inspiring stories of curiosity, perseverance, and ingenuity behind groundbreaking advancements across various fields. It's an ideal collection for young explorers eager to understand scientific progress and human innovation.
Recommended Reading Order
An introduction to the life and career of the physicist Stephen Hawking.
Meet inventor and physicist Luis Alvarez! Getting to Know the World's Greatest Inventors and Scientists series combines a delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations that bring to life the work and contributions of renowned scientists and inventors, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual information for readers (Ages 8-9).
An introduction to the lives and careers of Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak, founders of Apple Computer, Inc.
Meet Scottish inventor Alexander Graham Bell Getting to Know the World's Greatest Inventors and Scientists series combines a delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations that bring to life the work and contributions of renowned scientists and inventors, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual information for readers (Ages 8-9).This book presents the life and accomplishments of the Scottish inventor, whose interest in sound and work with the deaf led to the invention of the telephone.
Meet marine biologist Rachel Carson! Getting to Know the World's Greatest Inventors and Scientists series combines a delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations that bring to life the work and contributions of renowned scientists and inventors, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual information for readers (Ages 8-9).
WRIGHT BROTHERS THE
- 34 pages
- 2 hours of reading
- The format of the series is unique, with humorous, cartoon-like original illustrations from the author. - Special sales potential in museum gift shops. - Perfect for developing scientists and critical thinkers. - Emphasizes the hard work, patience, and fearless curiosity needed to do great science.
A short biography of inventor and industrialist Henry Ford.
DANIEL HALE WILLIAMS
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
These titles explore the lives of inventors and scientists whose contributions changed history in the 20th century. Photos and illustrations.
Meet Dr. Charles Drew! Getting to Know the World's Greatest Inventors and Scientists series combines a delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations that bring to life the work and contributions of renowned scientists and inventors, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual information for readers (Ages 8-9). This book presents life of the doctor who conducted research on the properties and preservation of blood plasma and was a leader in establishing blood banks.
ALBERT EINSTEIN
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Meet renowned physicist Albert Einstein Getting to Know the World's Greatest Inventors and Scientists series combines a delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations that bring to life the work and contributions of renowned scientists and inventors, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual information for readers (Ages 8-9). This book presents the life and accomplishments of the renowned physicist, discussing his theory of relativity and the ways in which it transformed the world's understanding about how the universe works.