Have You Thanked an Inventor Today? - Softcover

McLaurin, Patrice

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0997315202 ISBN 13: 9780997315202

Publisher: Khemrah Publishing, LLC, 2016

Synopsis

Have You Thanked an Inventor Today is a PBS Kids featured read aloud/strong> and is recognized by Microsoft as a book that informs and inspires STEM education. It takes its reader on a unique journey into the often overlooked contributions of African-American inventors, and highlights their lasting impact on our daily lives. This book follows the day of a little boy, demonstrating with each page, how Black inventors have greatly enriched our nation's landscape.

Have You Thanked an Inventor Today comes complete with brief biographies about each inventor, as well as fun activities that help encourage reading comprehension and retention. It's also aligned with Common Core and STEM standards. This book is an essential addition to any home or classroom library.

Have You Thanked an Inventor Today is perfect for readers of all ages who are looking to learn and be inspired.

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About the Author

Patrice McLaurin is an award winning author, youth motivational speaker and character education consultant.  She has been committed to the empowerment and the enhancement of young people, in various capacities, for almost 20 years.  Her endeavors have included work both inside of the classroom and in community settings.

Patrice has published two wonderfully engaging STEM children's books that have received accolades from parents, students and educators alike.  The goal of her books is to encourage children to recognize and tap into their own ingenious inclinations.  Both of her books highlight two segments of our least talked about inventors, African-Americans and children!

Her first children's book, "Have You Thanked an Inventor Today?" was acclaimed by Microsoft as a Book to Inspire STEM and received the 5 Star Rating award from Reader's Favorite.  It highlights inventions that were all created by African-Americans!  Her follow up book, "Have You Thanked a Kidventor Today?" has been received with great enthusiasm by parents, teachers and children alike.

 

Patrice McLaurin is a native of Bessemer, AL and a proud graduate of Alabama A&M University.  She currently resides in Lawrenceville, GA with her husband and two children.  

Edition details

• Publisher: Khemrah Publishing, LLC
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0997315202
• ISBN 13: 9780997315202
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Wang Dian
• Number of pages: 36