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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.
From the Publisher
George Washington Carver
George discovered that peanuts could be used to create hundreds of products. Many of them are food products that people consume almost every day. Some of the food items George developed from peanuts are milk, cream, cheese, instant coffee, and cooking oil.
Shirley Jackson
Shirley is responsible for developing the technology that led to Call Waiting and Caller ID. Findings from her research and experiments were used by other inventors to create fiber-optic cables, which have improved the internet, cable TV, and telephone systems.
Garrett Morgan
Garrett invented modern traffic lights, which stay red in both directions for a few seconds to help keep drivers safe. He also invented masks that help firefighters breathe safely when they rush into buildings to save people.
Get to know more Black trailblazers with other books in the series or pick up the entire box set!
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Publisher : Callisto Kids (June 29, 2021)
Language : English
Paperback : 120 pages
ISBN-10 : 1648768687
ISBN-13 : 978-1648768682
Reading age : 6 – 11 years, from customers
Lexile measure : 1020L
Grade level : 3 – 4
Item Weight : 10.4 ounces
Dimensions : 6 x 0.3 x 9 inches
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