VIP: Lewis Latimer: Engineering Wizard - An Inspiring Biography about the Hidden Hero African American Inventor for Kids (Ages 8-12) (VIP, 1)
Language: English
Published by HarperCollins, 2021
Series: Book 1 of 6 - VIP
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- Title
- VIP: Lewis Latimer: Engineering Wizard - An Inspiring Biography about the Hidden Hero African American Inventor for Kids (Ages 8-12) (VIP, 1)
- Author
- Patrick, Denise Lewis
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Publication year
- 2021
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0062889664
- ISBN 13
- 9780062889669
- Illustrator
- Duncan, Daniel
- Series
- Book 1 of 6: VIP
Get ready to light up the world with Lewis Latimer in this exciting middle grade nonfiction biography. Perfect for fans of the Who Was and Little Leaders series, the books in the VIP series tell the true—and amazing—stories of some of history's greatest trailblazers. Meet the VERY IMPORTANT PEOPLE who changed the world!
Lewis Latimer was one of the greatest inventors of his time. He was also an engineer who transformed the lightbulb at Thomas Edison’s company. And he was a gifted artist, too! Experience all the exciting moments in Lewis Latimer’s thrilling life in this exciting biography, packed with two-color illustrations and fun facts, like who invented the Super Soaker!
Short and engaging chapters are interspersed with special lists and other information made to order to engage kids, whether they're already biography fans or "have to" write a report for school. Extras include a timeline, a bibliography, and a hall of fame of other successful African American inventors.
The VIP series features inspiring adventures and fun facts about some of history's greatest trailblazers—smart, tough, persevering innovators who will inspire today's kids. Featuring underappreciated historical figures and groups, with a focus on leaders in science and technology, the nonfiction biographies in the VIP series are fun and engaging. Just looking at the cover will make kids want to learn more about these VIPs, and once they dive in they will zoom through stories that read like adventures.
Each book in the VIP series allows your middle grader to experience all the exciting moments in some very important but lesser known lives. These biographies for kids age 9-12 include: VIP: Dr. Mae Jemison: Brave Rocketeer: Engineering Wizard; VIP: Mahalia Jackson: Freedom's Voice; and VIP: Lydia Darragh: Unexpected Spy.
From the son of escaped slaves to a celebrated inventor, Lewis Latimer's story is one of true American perseverance.
- From Slavery to Freedom: Learn how Lewis’s parents made a daring escape from slavery, a brave decision that shaped his entire life and quest for equality.
- Civil War Hero: At just sixteen, Lewis lied about his age to join the Union Navy, fighting for the very freedom his parents risked everything to win.
- Pioneering Inventor: Go inside the labs of Thomas Edison and Alexander Graham Bell and see how Latimer’s work on the carbon filament helped bring electric light to the world.
- Perfect for School Reports: With engaging, easy-to-read chapters, a complete timeline, fun facts, and a bibliography, this biography is an ideal resource for students.
- STEM Pioneer: Discover an essential but often overlooked figure in science and technology and a civil rights activist who became the only African American member of the elite Edison Pioneers.
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