Caleb Davis Bradham: Pepsi-Cola Inventor

In this title, unwrap the life of talented Pepsi-Cola inventor Caleb Davis Bradham! Readers will enjoy getting the scoop on this Food Dude, beginning with his childhood in North Carolina. Students can follow Bradham's success story from his early days as a pharmacist to his introduction of Pepsi at his drugstore soda fountain. Bradham's family, education, and later years are also highlighted. Engaging text familiarizes readers with topics of interest including Bradham's sale of his secret formula to the state of Pepsi in the business world today. An entertaining sidebar, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index supplement the historical and color photos showcased in this inspiring biography.

Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.

Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Reviewed Table of contents Timeline of key events From crunchy chicken to sparkling soda, chances are the treats you love were created by Food Dudes! This series unwraps the facts behind these tasty concoctions and their talented creators. Readers will get the scoop on each innovator's childhood, education, early career, and climb to the top. Easy-to-read text accompanied by full-color and historic photos will leave you hungry for more. Extra morsels such as a timeline and a sidebar add to this recipe for fun. So pull up a chair and dig in to Food Dudes!



Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.



Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.