Get ready to light up the world with Lewis Latimer in this
exciting middle grade nonfiction biography. Perfect for fans of the Who
Was and Little Leaders series, the books in the VIP series tell
the true--and amazing--stories of some of history's greatest
trailblazers. Meet the VERY IMPORTANT PEOPLE who changed the world!
Lewis Latimer was one of the greatest inventors of his time. He was also
an engineer who transformed the lightbulb at Thomas Edison's company.
And he was a gifted artist, too! Experience all the exciting moments in
Lewis Latimer's thrilling life in this exciting biography, packed with
two-color illustrations and fun facts, like who invented the Super
Soaker!
Short and engaging chapters are interspersed with special lists and
other information made to order to engage kids, whether they're already
biography fans or "have to" write a report for school. Extras include a
timeline, a bibliography, and a hall of fame of other successful African
American inventors.
The VIP series features inspiring adventures and fun facts about some of
history's greatest trailblazers--smart, tough, persevering innovators
who will inspire today's kids. Featuring underappreciated historical
figures and groups, with a focus on leaders in science and technology,
the nonfiction biographies in the VIP series are fun and engaging. Just
looking at the cover will make kids want to learn more about these VIPs,
and once they dive in they will zoom through stories that read like
adventures.
Each book in the VIP series allows your middle grader to experience
all the exciting moments in some very important but lesser known lives.
These biographies for kids age 9-12 include: VIP: Dr. Mae Jemison:
Brave Rocketeer: Engineering Wizard; VIP: Mahalia Jackson:
Freedom's Voice; and ** VIP: Lydia Darragh: Unexpected Spy.
