Lewis Latimer Engineering Wizard
Lewis Latimer Engineering Wizard by Denise Lewis Patrick is an illustrated nonfiction biography published by Harper in 2021. This engaging book, consisting of 91 pages, introduces readers to Lewis Latimer, a significant inventor and engineer who played a crucial role in transforming the lightbulb at Thomas Edison’s company. The narrative is designed for middle-grade readers, offering a captivating glimpse into Latimer’s life and achievements, complemented by vibrant two-color illustrations and intriguing facts.
In this biography, readers will discover the exciting moments of Latimer’s journey, including his artistic talents and contributions to science and technology. The book features short, engaging chapters that are perfect for young readers, whether they are biography enthusiasts or need material for school reports. Additional elements such as a timeline, bibliography, and a hall of fame of other successful African American inventors enhance the learning experience. This edition is part of the VIP series, which highlights inspiring stories of underappreciated historical figures, making it an informative read for children aged 9-12.
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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.
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