About Bright Ideas About Inventions – Thomas Edison:
A full-color picture book biography about Thomas Edison, the American inventor and businessman responsible for many more inventions than the light bulb!
When Thomas Edison was growing up, he struggled with school. Why? After all, he was always reading and tinkering with his big ideas. Why did this smart boy think he couldn’t be an engineer?
In ‘Bright Ideas about Inventions,’ readers aged 4 to 8 explore the life of Thomas Edison, who overcame the challenges of hearing loss to become the inventor of the first record player called a phonograph, the first movie camera, and bringing electricity and lightbulbs to cities around the world!
– In the Bright Ideas Biography series, children encounter real-life characters who are excited to experiment, happy to make a difference, and eager to collaborate with team members to invent world-changing technology.
– Age-appropriate vocabulary, detailed illustrations, and a glossary all support foundational learning for kids ages 4 to 8.
– Perfect for beginner readers or as a read-aloud nonfiction picture book!
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Author Bio:
As a chemical engineer, busy mom, and history nerd, Azura Pezzillo is uniquely qualified to give the youngest readers a head start on their science education. She offers preschool books that encourage your child’s confidence in learning and provide a historical perspective on technology’s origins, inspired by her own experiences explaining it to her own curious preschooler.