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5 Inspiring Books for Your Inventing Young Einstein
At four years old, my daughter asked for my help in creating an invention station in the basement. Now, at seven years old, she still plays in that inventing nook every day—and her inventions far surpass anything I ever created at that age. She has always loved the world of inventing. And she’s not the only one. Kids love to learn about new ways to build and design. They come alive when they see something they created actually work and take on a life of its own. Here are five books to help bring out the inventor in your own little Einstein. From reading about inventions, to actually learning how to create them, these books will inspire and entertain inventors of all ages.
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Clink, by Kelly DiPucchio, illustrated by Matthew Myers
When a once shiny robot is now broken and out-of-date, a special boy named Milton sees the beauty in him and puts on his inventing hat to bring the robot back to life. An adorable picture book about a friendship that goes beyond man and machine.
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The Most Magnificent Thing, by Ashley Spires
One of the hardest aspects of inventing is dealing with failure. That’s exactly what the little girl has to do when she can’t seem to create the most magnificent thing. However, with a refreshed attitude and a good dose of perseverance, the girl goes back to the inventing board to create something that leaves the reader smiling and feeling inspired. Kids will love wondering what she’s trying to invent from page-to-page and will be highly entertained by the outcome!
Imaginative Inventions: The Who, What, Where, When, and Why of Roller Skates, Potato Chips, Marbles, and Pie (and More!)
Charise Mericle Harper
Hardcover
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Imaginative Inventions, by Charise Mericle Harper
Where did the idea of roller skates come from? How about the first vacuum cleaner? A rhyming book that looks at the who’s and why’s of inventions. A chance to glimpse inside the minds of the inventors who created the products we use in our everyday lives.
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Kids Inventing! A Handbook for Young Inventors, by Susan Casey
Your child has an idea for invention, but now what? This easy-to-follow guide for kids shows them how to take that idea to the next level for not only fun, but also for a chance to participate in competitions and marketing opportunities. It even covers getting past hardships and learning techniques like journaling, modeling and working with a mentor.
100 Inventions That Made History, by DK Publishing
Gadgets and gizmos galore! An inside look at the many inventions that change the way people all over the world live their daily lives. From medicines to microwaves, this book has something for everyone. A great opportunity to learn about innovative advancements, while also discussing the historical implications these inventions had on the world around us.