Budding inventors and science fair nerds will love hunting down the
TRUTH about some groundbreaking inventions--past and present--and the
people behind them in this innovative early reader.
The computer mouse was invented by Steve Jobs, right? That's a LIE!
The TRUTH is, it was invented by a man you've probably never heard of
named Doug Englebart!! Though this engaging early reader is 100% fun,
25% of it is FALSE! In a unique Q&A format, proficient readers are
quizzed about inventions and their inventors to see if they can separate
facts from lies. The book's mascot--the Truth Sleuth--guides readers
through this funny and fact-packed book, which features photos and
illustrations of a wide variety of inventions--from the printing press
to velcro to a light-up soccer ball. With funny, kid-appealing art by
Michael Slack.
Step 3 Readers feature easy-to-follow plots about popular topics, for
children who are ready to read on their own.