| Thomas Edison (Getting to Know the World's Greatest Inventors & Scientists) Contributor(s): Venezia, Mike (Author), Venezia, Mike (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0531222098 ISBN-13: 9780531222096 Publisher: C. Press/F. Watts Trade OUR PRICE: $6.26 Product Type: Paperback Published: March 2009 Annotation: - The format of the series is unique, with humorous, cartoon-like original illustrations from the author. - This series is printed in a dozen different languages worldwide; more than two million copies of the English editions have been sold since its initial publication. - 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. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Science & Technology - Juvenile Nonfiction | Technology - Inventions |
| Dewey: B |
| Lexile Measure: 870 |
| Series: Getting to Know the World's Greatest Inventors & Scientists (Paperback) |
| Physical Information: 0.07" H x 13.3" W x 9.36" (0.18 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 19th Century - Chronological Period - 1900-1949 |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 124233 Reading Level: 5.3 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Meet renowned inventor Thomas Edison 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 scientist who was responsible for more than one thousand inventions, including the electric light bulb, the phonograph, and the first movie camera. |