Explores the value of determination through the lens of Thomas Edison. An American inventor who came to hold a record number of patents, Thomas Edison exemplified determination through his rags-to-riches story and dedication to making inventions work. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, critical thinking questions, Fast Facts, an activity for further learning, a phonetic glossary, an index, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research. A Determined Mind The Value of Determination Sparking New Inventions Wonder More Fast Facts Improving an Invention Glossary Find Out More Index Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Detailed maps Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Phonetics Photo captions Primary-source text Sources for further research Suggested websites Table of contents Each book in this series covers a different well-known person from history. Each biographical subject is examined through the lens of a character value, providing real-life examples of important principles at work. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, critical thinking questions, fast facts, an activity for further learning, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
