Books in Great Scientists and Inventors series

Explore the life and achievements of Albert Einstein. Photographs, a timeline, and easy-to-read text tell the story of this famous scientist.

Benjamin Banneker wasn't just a scientist. He was also an author, astronomer, and mathematician. Young readers will discover how this self-taught man came to be one of the first important African American intellectuals.

Presents the lives and accomplishments of nine African American inventors whose inventions changed the world, including Howard Latimer, George Washington Carver, and Madam C.J. Walker.

George Washington Carver wasn't just an inventor. He was also a botanist, a farmer, and a professor. Young readers will discover how this teacher not only improved the way people farmed, but introduced the world to more than 300 uses for the peanut.

"Read about Benjamin Banneker, George R. Carruthers, Charles R. Drew, Shirley Ann Jackson, Ernest Everett Just, Walter E. Massey, John P. Moon, Daniel Hale Williams, and Jane Cooke Wright"--Provided by publisher.

Presents the life and work of the famous sixteenth-century Danish astronomer.

Book by St John, Jetty

Book by St John, Jetty

Mae Jemison isn't just an astronaut. She is an engineer and a doctor. Young readers will learn about the life of the first African American woman in space. Bring augmented reality to your students by downloading the free Capstone 4D app and scanning for access to awesome videos!

Presents the life and work of the famous sixteenth-century Polish astronomer.

Madam C.J. Walker wasn't just an inventor. She was also a political activist and businesswoman. Young readers will discover that she was not only fought for civil rights, but became one of the most successful African-American business owners ever.

Ada Lovelace wasn't just a mathematician. She was a pioneer in computer programming. Young readers will learn how this woman who lived 200 years ago helped the world see machines and numbers in new ways. Bring augmented reality to your students by downloading the free Capstone 4D app and scanning for access to awesome videos!