John Deere's Powerful Idea: The Perfect Plow

by Terry Collins, Carl Pearce (Illustrator)

Overview

Have you ever seen a John Deere tractor? John Deere’s farm equipment brand is famous around the world, but it wasn’t an easy path to turn his ideas into reality. Readers will love learning the story behind the name as they follow along with John’s beginnings as a blacksmith, obstacles in business, and eventual massive success.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781479571680
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2015
Series:	Story Behind the Name Series
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.60(w) x 9.80(h) x 0.20(d)
Lexile:	600L (what's this?)
Age Range:	7 - 10 Years

About the Author

Terry Collins always knew he wanted to be a writer when he grew up. A former award-winning newspaper reporter and columnist, he now writes poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and graphic novels for readers of all ages. He also teaches literature and creative writing, helping to inspire other lovers of the written word. Terry lives in his hometown in North Carolina with his wife, Ginny, and their devoted dog, Bosley. A lifelong reader, he has a personal library that outgrew his house years ago. Despite his wife's gentle protests over a lack of space, he believes a person can never own too many books.

Carl Pearce lives in North Wales with his wife, Ceri. When not lost in his illustration work, he enjoys watching films, reading books and taking long walks along the beach. Growing up, Carl could not decide whether to be a Policeman, Fireman or a Ghostbuster. In the end he graduated from the North Wales School of Art and Design as an Illustrator. He has illustrated many books for children.

Interviews

Engaging, narrative text; Historically accurate illustrations mixed with real photos; Supports Common Core standards; Glossary; Read More Resources; Safe websites at www.FactHound.com

Editorial Reviews

...an insightful story about John Deere and his commitment to creating the “perfect plow. . . .Terry Collins and Carl Pearce have crafted a wonderfully illustrated story that weaves together the history and story of John Deere and the company he started to make life easier on farmers.

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