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Then and Now (PreK – Gr 2) - Title and Grade – Find out how inventions such as the light bulb and the automobile have changed the way we live by reading Then and Now. (Capstone Press)

Antes y ahora (PreK – Gr 2 ) - – Find out how inventions such as the light bulb and the automobile have changed the way we live by reading Then and Now. (Capstone Press)

The Light Bulb (Gr 3 - 5) - Readers will learn the history of the invention of the light bulb in this title that includes information on the key players, the setbacks along the way, and the moments of discovery. (Heinemann-Raintree)

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Gunpowder (Gr 3 - 5) - Readers will learn the history of the invention of gunpowder in this title that includes information on the key players, the setbacks along the way, and the moments of discovery. (Heinemann-Raintree)

Nuclear Energy (Gr 3 - 5) - Readers will learn the history of the invention of nuclear energy in this title that includes information on the key players, the setbacks along the way, and the moments of discovery. (Heinemann-Raintree)

The Clock (Gr 3 - 5) -Readers will learn the history of the invention of the clock in this title that includes information on the key players, the setbacks along the way, and the moments of discovery. (Heinemann-Raintree)

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The Radio (Gr 3 - 5) - Readers will learn the history of the invention of the radio in this title that includes information on the key players, the setbacks along the way, and the moments of discovery. (Heinemann-Raintree)

The Printing Press (Gr 3 - 5) - Readers will learn the history of the invention of the printing press in this title that includes information on the key players, the setbacks along the way, and the moments of discovery. (Heinemann-Raintree)

The Television (Gr 3 - 5) - Readers will learn the history of the invention of the television in this title that includes information on the key players, the setbacks along the way, and the moments of discovery. (Heinemann-Raintree)

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Build It! Invent New Structures and Contraptions (Gr 3 - 6) - If you like tinkering with widgets, wing nuts, gadgets, and gauges, you’ve picked up the right book. In Build It, you’ll invent a trash grabber, a newspaper fort, a coin sorter, and other amazing contraptions. When it comes to inventing, your imagination has no limits! (Capstone Press)

Harness It: Invent new Ways to Harness Energy and Matter (Gr 3 - 6) - You can control the power of energy with your own two hands. In Harness It, you’ll invent a penny battery, a solar cooker, a trip wire, and many other energy harnessing contraptions. When it comes to inventing, your imagination has no limits! (Capstone Press)

Repurpose It: Invent New Uses for Old Stuff (Gr 3 - 6) - Create amazing inventions and help the environment at the same time. In Repurpose It, you’ll invent a solar stil l, a bug robot, a textbook safe, and many other resourceful contraptions. When it comes to inventing, your imagination has no limits! (Capstone Press)

Zoom It: Invent New Machines That Move (Gr 3 - 6) - Do you have a need for speed? Does power make your heart pound? In Zoom It, you’ll invent a gas powered boat, a catapult, an electric car, and many other amazing moving contraptions. When it comes to inventing, your imagination has no limits! (Capstone Press)

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Ancient China: Beyond the Great Wall (Gr 3 - 6) - The Great Wall is the best known structure that the ancient Chinese built. But the ancient Chinese were also great inventors. Learn how the ancient Chinese struggled through periods of cruel leadership while making great advances in science, art, and medicine. (Capstone Press)

Ancient Egypt: Beyond the Pyramids (Gr 3 - 6) - Imagine building a pyramid that stands more than 400 feet (123 meters) tall. Now imagine building it with stone blocks weighing thousands of pounds and no heavy equipment. The ancient Egyptians accomplished this job and more. Explore what makes ancient Egypt stand out as one of history's greatest civilizations, from its powerful pharaohs to its many inventions. (Capstone Press)

Hedy Lamarr and the Secret Communications System (Gr 3 - 9) - Tells the story of how Hollywood star Hedy Lamarr came up with the idea for a secret communication system, which would much later become the basis for wireless technology. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

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Alexander Graham Bell and the Telephone (Gr 3- 9) - Tells the story of how Alexander Graham Bell came up with the telephone, and how his invention changed the way people communicate. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

Samuel Morse and the Telegraph (Gr 3 - 9) - Tells the story of how Samuel Morse developed a working telegraph in 1844 that changed the way people communicated. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and the Personal Computer (Gr 3 - 9) - Tells the story of how Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak developed the personal computer. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

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Philo Farnsworth and the Television (Gr 3 - 9) - Tells the story of how Philo Farnsworth came up with the idea for electronic television at age 14, and later developed his idea into the technology for television that is still used today. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

Thomas Edison and the Lightbulb (Gr 3 - 9) - Tells the story of Thomas Edison's involvement in the development of the incandescent light bulb. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

George Eastman and the Kodak Camera (Gr 3 - 9) - Tells the story of George Eastman and the invention of the Kodak camera. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

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The Wright Brothers and the Airplane (Gr 3 - 9) - Tells the story of how Wilbur and Orville Wright developed, tested, and successfully flew the first powered airplane. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

Madam C.J. Walker and New Cosmetics (Gr 3 - 9) - Tells the story of Madam C. J. Walker, who invented a line of African American hair products and cosmetics that her to become the first self-made female millionaire of any race. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

Levi Strauss and Blue Jeans (Gr 3 - 9) - Tells the story Levi Strauss and the evolution of blue jeans. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

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Frank Zamboni and the Ice Resurfacing Machine (Gr 3 - 9) - Describes how Frank Zamboni created the ice-resurfacing machine, and how it affected the world of ice-based sports. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

The Z-Boys and Skateboarding (Gr 3 – 9) – Describes the birth of the Z-Boys skateboarding team and how they influenced modern skateboarding. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

Jake Burton Carpenter and the Snowboard (Gr 3 – 9) - Tells the story of Jake Burton Carpenter and the evolution of the snowboard and the sport of snowboarding. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

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Louis Pasteur and Pasteurization (Gr 3 – 9) – Tells the story of French scientist Louis Pasteur and his invention of the pasteurization process. Written in graphic-novel format (Capstone Press)

Eli Whitney and the Cotton Gin (Gr 3 - 9) - Tells the story of how Eli Whitney invented the cotton gin, and the effects it had on the Southern United States. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

Johann Gutenberg and the Printing Press (Gr 3 - 9) - Tells the story of Johann Gutenberg and the invention of the printing press. Written in graphic-novel format. (Capstone Press)

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Henry Ford and the Model T (Gr 3 - 9) - Tells the story of Henry Ford, along with his invention, the popular Model T automobile. (Capstone Press)

Aircraft (Gr 6 - 10) - This addition to the visually stimulating Sci-Hi series looks at the application of science and new technologies to all sorts of aircraft, from military jets airliners to gliders and airships, and how they affect our lives. It looks at new materials, discoveries, and inventions, and assesses their environmental impact. (Heinemann-Raintree)

Handheld Gadgets (Gr 6 - 10) - This addition to the visually stimulating Sci-Hi series looks at the application of science and new technologies to handheld gadgets, from the latest mobile phones to global satellite positioning and medical scanner, and how they affect our lives. It looks at new materials, discoveries, and inventions, and assesses their environmental impact. (Heinemann-Raintree)

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Buildings and Structures (Gr 6 - 10) - This addition to the visually stimulating Sci-Hi series looks at the application of science and new technologies to the field of buildings and structures, from the tallest towers to dams, stadia, and canals. It looks at new materials, discoveries, and inventions, and assesses their environmental impact. (Heinemann-Raintree)

Crime-Fighting Devices (Gr 6 - 10) - This addition to the visually stimulating Sci-Hi series looks at the application of science and new technologies to fighting crime, from security scanners to genetic fingerprinting and tasers, and how they affect our lives. It looks at new materials, discoveries, and inventions, and assesses their effectiveness. (Heinemann-Raintree)

Medical Technology (Gr 6 - 10) - This addition to the visually stimulating Sci-Hi series looks at the application of science and new technologies to medicine and health, from drugs and surgery to scanners and robots, and how they affect our lives. It looks at new materials, discoveries, and inventions, and assesses their environmental impact. (Heinemann-Raintree)

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Food Technology (Gr 6 - 10) - This addition to the visually stimulating Sci-Hi series looks at the application of science and new technologies to food production and nutrition, from food safety to processing and production, and how they affect our lives. It looks at new materials, discoveries, and inventions, and assesses their environmental impact. (Heinemann-Raintree)

Gadgets and Inventions / From Fail to Win! Learning from Bad Ideas (Gr 6 - 10) - This book counts down the world’s most memorable failed gadgets and inventions. Students will also learn about what was gained from each failure. (Heinemann-Raintree)