1857-1945

"Hershey's milk chocolate is the quintessential American chocolate bar. But in Milton Hershey's time, chocolate was mostly a special treat for the very wealthy. Milton grew up poor and was no stranger to going hungry. When he got a job washing dishes in an ice cream parlor, he realized how happy sweets made people--and how much he liked making people happy. Over the course of his career, Hershey failed to make many businesses profitable, yet ultimately cracked the formula on milk chocolate. Here was a chocolate that was delicious, didn't spoil, and could be sold at an affordable price in communities across America and the world. And here was a business that could provide good lives in a welcoming town and an education for those who couldn't afford it. Perfect for the chocolate lover, inventor, and science-experiment-obsessed childhood reader, this biography shows that perseverance and persistence can lead to sweet success"--Provided by publisher.

What a sweet treat! This title is packed with the history of The Hersey Company through narrative nonfiction, informative sidebars, Fun Facts, and more.

Looks at the early life of the world renown candy maker Milton Hershey, and describes his Pennsylvania childhood, his early business endeavors, and the inspiration for his Hershey bar.

Written to support elementary social studies curricula, this biographical title provides historical context to Hershey's life and accomplishments. Historical photographs, a timeline, and primary sources provide a comprehensive look why Hershey is considered a great entrepreneur.

Simple text and photographs introduce the life and accomplishments of Milton Herhey, founder of Hershey, Pennsylvania and one of the world's most famous chocolate companies.

The Hershey Company has been selling chocolate and candies for more than a century. The story of the candy giant begins with the man who gave it is name: Milton Hershey. Born in rural Pennsylvania, Hershey spent years building a business whose sweet legacy continues to delight us today. Readers will love reading Hershey's life story and discovering his influence on the time in which he lived. Written to support elementary social studies curricula, this biographical title provides historical context to Hershey's life and accomplishments. Historical photographs, a timeline, and primary sources provide a comprehensive look why Hershey is considered a great entrepreneur.

A biography of Milton Hershey, founder of the world's biggest chocolate company.

Examines the life, legacy, and entrepreneurial spirit of Milton Hershey, who, from a humble start as a small-time confectioner in rural Pennsylvania, rose to achieve vast success and lasting influence as a chocolatier and philanthropist.

Discusses the invention of the Hershey bar and the man behind it, including the idea, the obstacles, and the eventual success.

Presents a brief biography of Milton Hershey, inventor of Hershey's chocolate.