Books in Inventors Who Changed the World series

GRADES 3–6: Elementary-aged readers will explore amazing facts about the combustion engine in this 32-page nonfiction science book, which shows a before-and-after look at how the invention of the combustion engine improved the food, clothes, and other everyday items that we use to live.INVENTION BOOK FOR KIDS: The invention of the combustion engine changed huge parts of daily life. It allowed people access to much more of the world, including the air and sea. In this science invention book, readers will get an up-close look at how drastically the world changed.INCLUDES: Readers will be hooked from beginning to end with mesmerizing science facts and vivid photos! A glossary is provided as well as comprehension questions and an extension activity for further exploration on the topic.BENEFITS: This NGSS-aligned science book for kids will spark the interest of your budding scientist. It links the past and present, showing how inventions that are a part of our lives weren't always there! How did the world change, and continue to change, with the invention of this new technology? Let's find out!WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best non-fiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are “learning to read” and “reading to learn"!

GRADES 3–6: Elementary-aged readers will explore amazing facts about the invention of electricity in this 32-page nonfiction science book, which shows the dramatic impact electricity has had on the world around us.INVENTION BOOK FOR KIDS: For thousands of years, humans survived without electricity. They employed fire, solar energy, water, wind, and animal power to get things done. In this science invention book, readers will see how Thomas Edison and engineering pioneers figured out how to harness the power of electricity and put it to use for just about everything in modern life. INCLUDES: Readers will be hooked from beginning to end with mesmerizing science facts and vivid photos! A glossary is provided as well as comprehension questions and an extension activity for further exploration on the topic.BENEFITS: This NGSS-aligned science book for kids will spark the interest of your budding scientist. It links the past and present, showing how inventions that are a part of our lives weren't always there! How did the world change, and continue to change, with the invention of this new technology? Let's find out!WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best non-fiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are “learning to read” and “reading to learn"!

GRADES 3–6: Elementary-aged readers will explore amazing facts about the invention of robotics in this 32-page nonfiction science book, which shows a before-and-after comparison of how robots have had a tremendous impact on our world.INVENTION BOOK FOR KIDS: The introduction of robotics in manufacturing, medicine, exploration, and many other fields has created a world of robots in all kinds of jobs. They do jobs that no human is capable of doing. In this science invention book, readers will see how robots have made the impossible possible.INCLUDES: Readers will be hooked from beginning to end with mesmerizing science facts and vivid photos! A glossary is provided as well as comprehension questions and an extension activity for further exploration on the topic.BENEFITS: This NGSS-aligned science book for kids will spark the interest of your budding scientist. It links the past and present, showing how inventions that are a part of our lives weren't always there! How did the world change, and continue to change, with the invention of this new technology? Let's find out!WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best non-fiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are “learning to read” and “reading to learn"!

Many consider Thomas Edison the inventor of the light bulb, but this world-changing invention has a long history. Since the 19th century, many have worked to create and improve the light bulb. Starting from the light bulbs early development all the way up to its modern uses, this informative title will fascinate anyone who wants to know about the invention that lights up the world!

GRADES 3–6: Elementary-aged readers will explore amazing facts about the invention of flight in this 32-page nonfiction science book, which shows a before-and-after comparison at how aviation has changed our world. INVENTION BOOK FOR KIDS: Aviation is an example of the incredible power of technology. It has played a role in entertainment, the military, travel, and more. In this science invention book, readers will get an up-close look at how the invention of flight has changed people's lives, both on the land and in the sky.INCLUDES: Readers will be hooked from beginning to end with mesmerizing science facts and vivid photos! A glossary is provided as well as comprehension questions and an extension activity for further exploration on the topic.BENEFITS: This NGSS-aligned science book for kids will spark the interest of your budding scientist. It links the past and present, showing how inventions that are a part of our lives weren't always there! How did the world change, and continue to change, with the invention of this new technology? Let's find out!WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we’ve been committed to bringing out the best non-fiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are “learning to read” and “reading to learn"!

Smartphones put a camera in just about everyones pocket, but it hasnt always been so easy to take a snapshot. The 18th century brought a new innovation that allowed people to easily preserve a moment in time. That innovation carries on today! Through informative text, fun facts, and special features, this fascinating title explores how the camera was invented and how it continues to develop!

Many consider Thomas Edison the inventor of the light bulb, but this world-changing invention has a long history. Since the 19th century, many have worked to create and improve the light bulb. Starting from the light bulbs early development all the way up to its modern uses, this informative title will fascinate anyone who wants to know about the invention that lights up the world!

This is the story of one of human history's most iconic inventions: the steam engine. It follows a long and exciting history from the coal mines of England to the Industrial Revolution and the transcontinental railroad in the United States. With colorful images and surprising facts, readers will follow the evolution of the steam engine from a simple pump to the advanced electrical generators of today, while learning about the famous minds and inventions that made it all possible.

The 20th century approaches, and life is about to change forever! Inventors across the world race to invent and innovate automobile designs. Which ones will end up on top? Anyone who has ever ridden in a car will appreciate this fascinating title about how the automobile got its start. Fun facts, a timeline, and inventor and automobile profiles show the importance of this amazing invention!