inventors

Leonardo da Vinci is probably the most important figure to emerge from the Renaissance period. His paintings are international icons and his drawings of inventions were far ahead of their time.

An introduction to several inventions and inventors that made the United States what it is today.

A biography of inventor and electrical engineer Thomas Edison.

"Read about 10 inventors and their inventions that stemmed from a mistake. Making mistakes doesn't mean you failed . . . it means you made something totally new!"--Provided by publisher.

A biography filled with facts about Benjamin Franklin.

"Teen Innovators celebrates the determination and ingenuity of ten young people who created their own original inventions. From water testing to windmills, these youth use unique methods to overcome real world problems.".

"A picture book biography of Jewish refugee, Ralph Baer, the pioneering inventor of home video gaming"--Provided by publisher.

Learn about the creators of Crayola crayons, cousins Edwin Binney and C. Harold Smith. Follow their story and the evolution of the Binney & Smith Company into Crayola.

Looks at the of life of Satoshi Tajiri, the creator of Pok?mon.

"Say hi to Morrey Gibbs! A fisher-boy in a flooded world overrun with dangerous mutated animals known as 'anomals,' he's got his own problems to worry about. Namely, how everything he touches turns to gold! Sure it sounds great, but gold underpants aren't exactly stylish -- or comfortable. With the Obtainers hot on their heels and the Art Dealer stepping up his efforts to get his hands on King Midas' powers, Morrey, Shelly and Zaka must use everything they have to keep this powerful Artifact safe--and uncover the truth about Morrey's father"--Provided by publisher.