Tucker, Tom

Examines the truth and myth surrounding Benjamin Franklin's kite-flying experiment in electrical science. Describes the competitive scientific field in the mid-eighteenth century during which English and French rivals tried to out-do Franklin's international success. Presents the viewpoint that Franklin never flew the kite at all and was a prankster who outwitted the competition.

Reveals some of the amazing inventions of the past and present that have come from young Americans, ages eight to nineteen.

Reveals some of the amazing inventions of the past and present that have come from young Americans, ages eight to nineteen.

Reveals some of the amazing inventions of the past and present that have come from young Americans, ages eight to nineteen.