Bloopers of Invention

Every invention is a process that always involves missteps. Accidents, mishaps, and crazy bloopers are found in the history of some of the greatest inventions mankind has ever conceived. Readers will love learning about the history of devices such as the camera and computers, as well as more dangerous machines like cars and early airplanes! Through detailed photographs and accessible explanations, readers will take the oops-filled journey from concept to finished product with some of...
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Every invention is a process that always involves missteps. Accidents, mishaps, and crazy bloopers are found in the history of some of the greatest inventions mankind has ever conceived. Readers will love learning about the history of devices such as the camera and computers, as well as more dangerous machines like cars and early airplanes! Through detailed photographs and accessible explanations, readers will take the oops-filled journey from concept to finished product with some of the most important inventors ever!* Provides opportunities for examining informational text elements, an important facet of the Common Core English/Language Arts Standards * Fun Fact boxes supplement information * High-interest approach introduces readers to STEM topics