DK Readers L4: Thomas Edison: The Great Inventor

DK Readers L4: Thomas Edison: The Great Inventor
Author: Caryn Jenner
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 51
Release: 2012-04-10
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0756692202

Perfect for advanced young readers, this book tells the exciting story of the legendary Thomas Edison. Budding historians will revel in this tale of the greatest inventor of the modern age. Imagine where we'd be without his brilliant creations! From the first light bulb to moving pictures, Edison proved himself to be one of the most important men in US history. Includes gorgeous, full-color photography and a complete glossary of terms. Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With DK Readers, children will learn to read—then read to learn!

DK Readers L4: Thomas Edison: The Great Inventor

DK Readers L4: Thomas Edison: The Great Inventor
Author: Caryn Jenner
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 51
Release: 2012-04-10
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0756696283

Perfect for advanced young readers, this book tells the exciting history of the legendary Thomas Edison. Budding historians will revel in this story of the greatest inventor of the modern age. Imagine where we'd be without his brilliant creations! From the first light bulb to moving pictures, Edison proved himself to be one of the most important men in US history. Includes gorgeous, full-color photography and a complete glossary of terms. Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With DK Readers, children will learn to read—then read to learn!

DK Readers L4: Thomas Edison: The Great Inventor

DK Readers L4: Thomas Edison: The Great Inventor
Author: Caryn Jenner
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2007-07-02
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0756689473

"Highly readable, worthwhile overviews for young people." -- Booklist "Richly informative...the text is clearly and smoothly written." -- KLIATT Each book in the DK Readers series is specially crafted to suit the interests and learning stages of beginning readers. Thomas Edison: The Greatest Inventor tells the story of the greatest inventor of the modern age, and how his creations have changed our world.

Thomas Edison

Thomas Edison
Author: Kaitlin Scirri
Publisher: Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2019-07-15
Genre: Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN: 1502645327

The name Thomas Edison is associated with some of the world's greatest inventions: the light bulb, the phonograph, and the motion picture camera. What inspired Edison to become an inventor? What struggles did he encounter on his way to greatness, and how did he overcome them? Readers will learn all about Edison, including his biographical details, challenges he encountered, and how he achieved his greatest inventions. Readers will learn about the industrialization of America, Edison's role in nineteenth- and twentieth-century history, and his legacy today. Utilizing color photographs and intriguing sidebars, this book will draw readers in as they learn about Edison's childhood, his famous rivalries, his relationship with the press, and how he became known as the "Wizard of Menlo Park."

DK Readers L4: Dinosaur Detectives

DK Readers L4: Dinosaur Detectives
Author: Peter Chrisp
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2009-09-21
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0756668468

This introduction to paleontology weaves together facts about fossil hunting with fictionalized first-person accounts from dinosaur detectives.

DK Readers L4: Earthquakes and Other Natural Disasters

DK Readers L4: Earthquakes and Other Natural Disasters
Author: Harriet Griffey
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2010-03-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0756669979

This book brings readers face to face with some of the deadliest natural disasters of all time, from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius to the San Francisco earthquake of 1906. As they go, they'll learn about the scientific forces that cause these incredible events.

Time For Kids: Thomas Edison

Time For Kids: Thomas Edison
Author: Editors of TIME For Kids
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2005-07-26
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0060576111

A fast-paced biography of Thomas Edison, the scientist who perfected the light bulb and propelled America into the twentieth century.

Thomas Edison

Thomas Edison
Author: Carole Marsh
Publisher: Gallopade International
Total Pages: 16
Release: 2002-09-30
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780635015624

Thomas Edison was a world famous inventor who patented hundreds of inventions in America and Europe. He was also a manufacturer and businessman. A life-long hard worker, Edison serves as an inspiration for many scientists and inventors, young and old. These popular readers include easy-to-read information, fun facts and trivia, humor, activities and a whole lot more. They are great for ages 7-12 (grades 2-6), because although simple, these readers have substance and really engage kids with their stories. They are great for social studies, meeting state and national curriculum standards, individual and group reading programs, centers, library programs, and have many other terrific educational uses. Get the Answer Key for the Quizzes! Click HERE.

Thomas Edison

Thomas Edison
Author: Mary Boone
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2018-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 154353869X

Thomas Edison wasn't just an inventor. He was also a physicist and businessman. Young readers will discover how he became a great scientist whose inventions made a better life for most everyone.

Thomas Edison

Thomas Edison
Author: Carmel Reilly
Publisher: Nelson Australia
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2007
Genre: Inventors
ISBN: 9780170125666

Thomas Edison was a great inventor. Many of his inventions and ideas helped to change the world.