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Lewis Latimer: A Biography

Lewis Latimer: A Biography

Published in
2021
4.26
on Goodreads (34)

Description

Get ready to light up the world with Lewis Latimer in this middle grade biography perfect for fans of the Who Was series! Lewis 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’s big life in this new series that tells the true—and amazing stories—of history’s greatest trailblazers. Packed with illustrations and fun facts, like who invented the Super Soaker!
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
112 pages

Why to read

  • Inspiring story of a historical figure
  • Educational content about the history of technology
  • Promotes diversity and understanding of racial challenges
  • Encourages innovation and perseverance