inventors

"When their nemesis returns with plans to reopen the waxworks museum, Herbie and Violet suspect nefarious motives as they are led into the dark Netherways below the town and into the tragic past of a famous toymaker/inventor whose story holds the key to Eerie-on-Sea's deepest secret"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of Elon Musk covering his early life, his work in renewable energy and space technology, and his takeover of twitter.

"International cat burglar Ophelia von Hairball V adores jewels--the only thing she loves more is a challenge. She's never met a safe she couldn't crack. Now the Furry Feline Burglary Institute (FFBI) offers her the ultimate caper: steal the giant Himalayan diamond and win their top award! There's a catch! The FFBI sends an enthusiastic inventor to help Ophelia . . . but this cat works alone, and Oscar Fishgerald Gold smells fishy. Can this smart, stealthy, and snazzy cat learn to work with a fintastic sidekick and prove she's still the world's most purr-fect burglar?"--Provided by publisher.

"Ophelia von Hairball V, the world's #1 cat burglar, is to make hiss-tory with her latest and greatest heist. She and her inventor sidekick Oscar F. Gold are deep in preparations for the biggest challenge the FFBI (Furry Feline Burglary Institute) has to offer: The M.E.O.W. competition! The fur-and-fin duo show up with the most valuable treasure they can find--and Ophelia's cousin Pierre von Rascal beats them to the punch with a priceless painting that puts their loot to shame. But Ophelia is certain the expensive artwork is an elaborate fake!"--Back cover.

Twin sisters and budding geniuses Wiki and Leen Ellison have never been apart, but this summer Leen is going to Cosmos Camp and secretly Wiki is looking forward to being alone--but when the camp founder disappears both girls are recruited to solve the mystery before his newest invention goes terribly wrong.

This book explores the myths about inventors and their inventions and brings the truth to light. But many popular stories about the creation of American inventions have gotten some facts wrong and left out others altogether.

"This book explores the long history of Chinese inventions and inventors. Topics include the compass, papermaking, silk, and much more"--Provided by publisher.

Jabari tries to make a flying machine all by himself in his backyard, but when it doesn't work, he finds it is okay to ask for assistance from Dad and his little sister, Nika.

Izzy Gizmo is invited to an inventing competition, where a greedy competitor forces her to improvise.

Explores the lives and contributions of American innovators, thinkers, and explorers crucial to the development of the United States.