They were once the first pair of earmuffs, a primitive sun visor, and a convenient set of chopsticks. The work done by hands centuries and centuries ago has paved the way for many of our favorite and most useful tools. The always clever Andrew Clements reminds us all that the mother of much invention is right at our fingertips.
Product Details
ISBN-13: 9781416961666
Media Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Publication Date: 05-25-2010
Pages: 48
Product Dimensions: 9.10(w) x 9.60(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range: 4 - 8 Years
About the Author
Andrew Clements (1949–2019) was the author of the enormously popular Frindle. More than 10 million copies of his books have been sold, and he was nominated for a multitude of state awards, including a Christopher Award and an Edgar Award. His popular works include About Average, Troublemaker, Extra Credit, Lost and Found, No Talking, Room One, Lunch Money, and more. He was also the author of the Benjamin Pratt & the Keepers of the School series. Find out more at AndrewClements.com. Raquel Jaramillo is a designer and photographer. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.