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Books in Discovery Education: Discoveries and Inventions series

  • Isaac Newton and the Laws of Motion

    Andrea Gianopoulos, Phil Miller, Charles Barnett III

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2007)
    In this graphic novel, witness Isaac Newton develop the laws of motion and the law of universal gravitation. World-changing events unfold before your eyes in this amazing tale of invention! Dramatic illustrations and fast-paced text provide a "you-are-there" experience. With extensive back matter, including a bibliography, extended reading list, glossary, and further Internet sources, young readers will gobble up this action-packed comic book about one of history's greatest discoveries.
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  • Johann Gutenberg and the Printing Press

    Kay Melchisedech Olson, Tod G. Smith

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2006)
    Tells the story of Johann Gutenberg and the invention of the printing press. Written in graphic-novel format.
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  • Samuel Morse and the Telegraph

    David Lee Seidman, Charles Barnett III, Keith Williams, Rod Whigham

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2007)
    In this compelling graphic novel, follow the amazing life of Samuel Morse, who developed a working telegraph in 1844 and changed the way people communicated. With comic book-style illustrations and engaging, easy-to-read text, this biography will inspire, entertain, and inform young readers about an individual who made a significant contribution to society. An additional information section provides key facts and further understanding, making this graphic novel a must-have in any home, classroom, or library.
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  • Jonas Salk and the Polio Vaccine

    Katherine Krohn, Al Milgrom

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2006)
    Tells the story of Jonas Salk's involvement in the development of a polio vaccine. Written in graphic-novel format.
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  • Louis Pasteur and Pasteurization

    Jennifer Lee Fandel, Charles Barnett III, Rodney Ramos, Keith Wilson

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2007)
    Tells the story of French scientist Louis Pasteur and his invention of the pasteurization process. Written in graphic-novel format.
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  • Eli Whitney and the Cotton Gin

    Jessica Gunderson, Charles Barnett III, Rodney Ramos, Gerry Acerno

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2007)
    Tells the story of how Eli Whitney invented the cotton gin, and the effects it had on the Southern United States. Written in graphic-novel format.
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  • Hedy Lamarr and a Secret Communication System

    Trina Robbins, Cynthia Martin

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2006)
    Discover the brilliant life of Hedy Lamarr in this full-color graphic novel. This talented film actress became an influential scientist with her invention of a secret radio system in the early 1940s, a building block of today’s wireless communications. With comic book-style illustrations and short, engaging sentences, this biography will inspire, entertain, and inform young readers about an individual who made a significant contribution to society. This must-have graphic novel includes a bibliography, extended reading list, glossary, and further Internet sources.
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  • Frank Zamboni and the Ice-Resurfacing Machine

    Kay Melchisedech Olson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2007)
    A digital solution for your classroom with features created with teachers and students in mind: • Perpetual license • 24 hour, 7 days a week access • No limit to the number of students accessing one title at a time • Provides a School to Home connection wherever internet is available • Easy to use • Ability to turn audio on and off • Words highlighted to match audio Describes how Frank Zamboni created the ice-resurfacing machine, and how it affected the world of ice-based sports. Written in graphic-novel format.
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  • The Industrial Revolution: Age of Invention

    Nicolas Brasch

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, July 15, 2013)
    During the 1800's, electrical lights, inter-continental transportation, medical advancements, and distribution of labor dramatically altered the ways that people could work, travel, eat, and communicate. This book captures the spirit of discovery that characterized the tumultuous century, while exploring the lasting legacy of these discoveries, and their impact on human life. Illustrated timelines, primary source photographs, and clear diagrams explain the inventions of the era, while informative sidebars add depth. An informative and engaging book about a complicated era of history.
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  • Creating and Cracking Codes

    Lesley McFadzean

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, July 15, 2013)
    Records show that human beings have been using codes to conceal messages for over 2,000 years! This revealing book traces codes throughout history, from an encryption device used by the Spartans in 400 B.C. to the Enigma Code of the 1940s, pausing to consider coded military secrets and newspaper scoops alike. Students will be delighted by code-cracking diagrams. Illuminating sidebars, primary source documents, and vivid illustrations all add to this attractive volumes appeal.
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  • Levi Strauss and Blue Jeans

    Nathan Olson, Charles Barnett III, Dave Hoover, Keith Williams

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2006)
    Tells the story Levi Strauss and the evolution of blue jeans. Written in graphic-novel format.
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  • Madam C. J. Walker and New Cosmetics

    Katherine Krohn, Bill Anderson, Charles Barnett III, Richard Dominquez, Dave Hoover

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2006)
    Tells the story of Madam C. J. Walker, an African American businesswoman who invented a line of hair products and cosmetics that led her to become the first self-made female millionaire of any race. Written in graphic-novel format.
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