Reveals the real-life stories behind dozens of brilliant ideas, from the invention of the wheel, to the hi-tech gadgets of today.
Describes the successes - and failures - of inventions in transport, food, household gadgets, communication, clothing, medicine and more. Humorously illustrated by Adam Larkum, with cartoons and simple diagrams showing how the inventions work. Includes invention timelines, a glossary and internet links to websites with games, biographies and tips on becoming an inventor.
Chapters in this book include:
- Land transport
- Air travel
- Food
- Household inventions
- Communication
- Clothing
- Medicine
- Writing
- More inventions
This is Book 2 in the Narrative Non Fiction Series. See all Narrative Non Fiction books here.
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Anna Claybourne enjoys writing nonfiction for children. It's a good thing she does, because she's the author of well-over 100 books on a range of topics.
More about Anna ClaybourneStephanie Turnbull is an author and an editor of children's books. Her publications include The Usborne World Atlas of Dinosaurs, Trash and Recycling: Paper Making Kid Kit and Castles.
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