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  • Thomas Edison

    Paul Joseph

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Sept. 1, 1996)
    Sketches the life of the "Wizard of Menlo Park," the man who patented more than one thousand inventions, the most important of which was the electric light bulb.
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  • Who Invented Home Video Games? Ralph Baer

    Mary Kay Carson

    Paperback (Enslow Elementary, July 1, 2012)
    There are few kids who don't enjoy home video games, but do they know who invented the first one? Learn about Ralph Baer's life and the first home video games ever made. Invent your own game, too!
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  • The Woman Who Invented Windshield Wipers: Mary Anderson and Her Wonderful Invention

    Sara L. Latta

    Paperback (Enslow Elementary, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Most people can't imagine a car without windshield wipers. How would you possibly see during a snow storm or downpour? But there was a time when drivers had to wipe the windshield themselves to clear it of snow and rain. And boy did they get wet! Find out how Mary Anderson's smart thinking helped her get a patent for the Windshield Cleaning Device.
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  • Radiology

    Kathy Winkler

    Hardcover (Cavendish Square Publishing, Dec. 31, 1996)
    An overview of the science of radiology, from Roentgen's discovery of the x-ray to the evolving uses of radiology in medicine and industry.
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  • Garrett Morgan: Inventor of the Traffic Light and Gas Mask

    Patricia J. Murphy

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Aug. 1, 2004)
    Presents the life and accomplishments of Garrett Morgan, best known as the inventor of the gas mask and traffic light.
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  • The Chocolate Chip Cookie Queen: Ruth Wakefield and Her Yummy Invention

    Carmen Bredeson

    Library Binding (Enslow Elementary, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Sometimes inventing can be sweet. Author Carmen Bredeson explores the creation of everyone's favorite cookie in THE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE QUEEN. Find out about Ruth Wakefield, the Toll House Inn, and the invention of the chocolate chip cookie.
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  • Grace Hopper: Computer Whiz

    Patricia J. Murphy

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, June 1, 2004)
    A biography of the teacher, inventor, and computer pioneer who worked with the world's first computers.
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  • Scuba Man: Jacques Cousteau and His Amazing Underwater Invention

    Carmen Bredeson

    Paperback (Enslow Elementary, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Swimming under the sea, looking at ocean life, is a very popular pastime. But there was a time when SCUBA diving did not exist. People had to wear very heavy diving suits, boots, and helmets. They could not swim freely and easily. Jacques Cousteau changed all that! Read about his invention of the Aqua-Lung and how his love of swimming as a boy led to a lifetime of adventure, movie-making, and discovery.
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  • Microwave Man: Percy Spencer and His Sizzling Invention

    Sara L Latta

    Paperback (Enslow Elementary, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Most people love microwave popcorn or a warm snack from the microwave. But before 1975, homes did not have this great device! How did Percy Spencer go from a small town mill worker to the inventor of one of the most popular devices in the world? Find out how Spencer’s love of science and machines, along with his strong work ethic, helped him achieve a patent for the invention of the microwave oven.
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  • Who Invented Home Video Games? Ralph Baer

    Mary Kay Carson

    Library Binding (Enslow Elementary, April 1, 2012)
    There are few kids who don't enjoy home video games, but do they know who invented the first one? Learn about Ralph Baer's life and the first home video games ever made. Invent your own game, too!
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  • Who Invented the Ferris Wheel? George Ferris

    Sara L Latta

    Paperback (Enslow Elementary, July 1, 2012)
    Let's go for a spin! Lots of people have ridden on Ferris Wheels, but do you know who invented the first one? Learn about George Ferris's life and the first Ferris Wheel ever built. Make your own miniature Ferris Wheel, too!
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  • Who Invented Television? Philo Farnsworth

    Mary Kay Carson

    Paperback (Enslow Elementary, July 1, 2012)
    It seems like televisions are everywhere, but do you know who invented the first one? Learn about Philo Farnsworth's life and how he invented the first television. Create your own cartoon show, too!
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