Pressed for Ideas: The History of Printing for Kids

Long before tablets and touchscreens, a simple invention changed the world forever-one crank of a press at a time. This exciting nonfiction book for kids ages 7 to 12 takes young readers on a fascinating journey through the invention that sparked a revolution in how we learn, connect, and share ideas.

From ancient scrolls and hand-copied books to Gutenberg's genius and the rise of newspapers, this book explores the wild and wonderful story of printing. With a kid-friendly voice and surprising facts tucked into every chapter, it shows how ink, fonts, machines, and a whole lot of curiosity helped spread knowledge across the globe. Readers will meet bold inventors, learn how books were made before printers existed, discover the power of pamphlets and protests, and even get hands-on ideas for creating their own printed projects at home.

Perfect for curious minds and future creators, this book turns history into an adventure-showing that big ideas often start with small questions. Whether it's a book, a zine, or a poster taped to a wall, every printed page has the power to shape the world-and kids will come away inspired to make their mark with words of their own.

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Pressed for Ideas: The History of Printing for Kids

Long before tablets and touchscreens, a simple invention changed the world forever-one crank of a press at a time. This exciting nonfiction book for kids ages 7 to 12 takes young readers on a fascinating journey through the invention that sparked a revolution in how we learn, connect, and share ideas.

From ancient scrolls and hand-copied books to Gutenberg's genius and the rise of newspapers, this book explores the wild and wonderful story of printing. With a kid-friendly voice and surprising facts tucked into every chapter, it shows how ink, fonts, machines, and a whole lot of curiosity helped spread knowledge across the globe. Readers will meet bold inventors, learn how books were made before printers existed, discover the power of pamphlets and protests, and even get hands-on ideas for creating their own printed projects at home.

Perfect for curious minds and future creators, this book turns history into an adventure-showing that big ideas often start with small questions. Whether it's a book, a zine, or a poster taped to a wall, every printed page has the power to shape the world-and kids will come away inspired to make their mark with words of their own.

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Pressed for Ideas: The History of Printing for Kids

Pressed for Ideas: The History of Printing for Kids

by James Smith
Pressed for Ideas: The History of Printing for Kids

Pressed for Ideas: The History of Printing for Kids

by James Smith

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Long before tablets and touchscreens, a simple invention changed the world forever-one crank of a press at a time. This exciting nonfiction book for kids ages 7 to 12 takes young readers on a fascinating journey through the invention that sparked a revolution in how we learn, connect, and share ideas.

From ancient scrolls and hand-copied books to Gutenberg's genius and the rise of newspapers, this book explores the wild and wonderful story of printing. With a kid-friendly voice and surprising facts tucked into every chapter, it shows how ink, fonts, machines, and a whole lot of curiosity helped spread knowledge across the globe. Readers will meet bold inventors, learn how books were made before printers existed, discover the power of pamphlets and protests, and even get hands-on ideas for creating their own printed projects at home.

Perfect for curious minds and future creators, this book turns history into an adventure-showing that big ideas often start with small questions. Whether it's a book, a zine, or a poster taped to a wall, every printed page has the power to shape the world-and kids will come away inspired to make their mark with words of their own.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9798349300417
Publisher: SL Editions
Publication date: 04/18/2025
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 120
File size: 719 KB
Age Range: 7 - 12 Years
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