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Books in Inventions That Changed the World series

  • The Light Bulb

    John R. Matthews

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, March 1, 2005)
    Describes the light sources that people used throughout history until Thomas Edison revolutionized the world with the electric light bulb.
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  • Henry Ford and the Assembly Line

    Angela Royston

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Henry Ford changed the way products were made using his breakthrough idea of utilizing the assembly line. Readers will love learning about the life of this amazing inventor who made cars available to Americans everywhere. This book covers FordÂ’s early life and work as an engineer. It also highlights FordÂ’s many experiments and inventions, emphasizing the Model T and how the assembly line worked. This book is a great addition to STEM and history curricula, as it covers both subjects through an exciting biographical scope. Readers will connect to FordÂ’s life story through authentic photographs, engaging text, and an accessible timeline.
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  • It Changed The World: Invention of Space Exploration – Rourke Science Reader, Grades 3–6

    Mike Downs

    Paperback (Bridges, Jan. 7, 2020)
    GRADES 3–6: Elementary-aged readers will explore amazing facts about the invention of space exploration in this 32-page nonfiction science book, which shows a before-and-after comparison at how space technology has changed our world – and beyond!INVENTION BOOK FOR KIDS: Space exploration is one of humanity's most incredible accomplishments. In this science invention book, readers will get an up-close look at space travel and how the invention of space technology has helped us explore other planets and learn more about our own. 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"!
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  • It Changed The World: Invention of the Combustion Engine – Rourke Science Reader, Grades 3–6

    Mike Downs

    Hardcover (Bridges, Jan. 7, 2020)
    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"!
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  • It Changed The World: Invention of Electricity – Rourke Science Reader, Grades 3–6

    Robin Koontz

    Paperback (Bridges, Jan. 7, 2020)
    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"!
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  • The History of the Telephone

    Elizabeth Raum

    Paperback (Heinemann Library, July 3, 2008)
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  • The History of the Television

    Elizabeth Raum

    Paperback (Heinemann Library, July 3, 2008)
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  • Robert Fulton and the Steamboat

    Angela Royston

    Paperback (PowerKids Press, Jan. 15, 2016)
    Robert Fulton revolutionized water travel at the turn of the 19th century. In this book, readers will explore the different kinds of water travel available to Americans in the late 1700s and early 1800s, and how Fultons invention was a vast improvement. This book covers Fultons early life and work, his interest in canals and navigation, and his development of a widely successful steamboat. Readers will learn about how Fultons steamboat worked and how it impacted people. Engineering and technology concepts make this a perfect match for STEM curricula, while Fultons background and story provide an exciting history lesson. Engaging text and authentic photographs help readers understand Fultons accomplishments, and the way his legacy has lived on.
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  • The History of the Car

    Elizabeth Raum

    Paperback (Heinemann, Sept. 26, 2007)
    How fast did the first motorcars go? Why were cars hard to start in the past? When were seat belts invented? Take a journey through time and discover the amazing history of the car!
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  • The History of the Camera

    Elizabeth Raum

    Hardcover (Heinemann Library, Aug. 16, 2007)
    How did the first photo look? What were photos printed on in the past? When was the camera phone invented? Take a journey through time and discover the amazing history of the camera!
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  • The Compass: Inventions That Changed Our Lives

    Paula Z. Hogan, David Wool

    Library Binding (Walker & Co, Nov. 1, 1982)
    Depicts the development of the compass, describes its use in navigation by sea explorers, and discusses the present day versions of the compass and their uses
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  • It Changed The World: Invention of Robotics – Rourke Science Reader, Grades 3–6

    Robin Koontz

    Paperback (Bridges, Jan. 7, 2020)
    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"!
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