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Thomas Edison, one of the world's greatest inventors, is introduced
in this fascinating activity book. Children will learn how Edison
ushered in an astounding age of invention with his unique way of
looking at things and refusal to be satisfied with only one
solution to a problem. This book helps inspire kids to be inventors
and scientists, as well as persevere with their own ideas.
Activities allow children to try Edison's experiments themselves,
with activities such as making a puppet dance using static
electricity, manufacturing a switch for electric current,
constructing a telegraph machine, manipulating sound waves,
building an electrical circuit to test for conductors and
insulators, making a zoetrope, and testing a dandelion for latex.
In addition to his inventions and experiments, the book explores
Edison's life outside of science, including his relationship with
inventor Nikola Tesla, his rivalry with George Westinghouse, and
his friendship with Henry Ford. A time line, glossary, and lists of
supply sources, places to visit, and websites for further
exploration complement this activity book.
Illusionist, escape artist, movie star, aviator, and spy--Harry
Houdini was all these and an international celebrity and the
world's most famous magician. This fascinating biography looks at
all the facets of Houdini's amazing life and includes 21 magic
tricks and illusions for a hands-on learning experience. Children
will be inspired by this Jewish immigrant who grew up in poverty
and, through perseverance and hard work, went on to become one of
the most popular and successful entertainers of all time. Houdini
was an artist who created his acts carefully, practicing them for
years in some cases. He performed such seemingly impossible stunts
as escaping several sets of handcuffs and ropes after jumping off a
bridge into a flowing river. Kids will learn how he devised his
most legendary stunts and will also learn the science and logic
behind many of Houdini's acts including his famous milk can escape.
Kids can amaze their family and friends with these simple,
entertaining, and fun tricks and illusions: * Stepping through an
index card * Performing an odd number trick * Making a coin appear
* Mind reading with a secret code * Making a magic box * Lifting a
person with one hand * Making a talking board * And much more
Gives instructions for preparing foods, making clothes, and creating other items used by European settlers in America, thereby providing a description of the daily life of these colonists.
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