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Thomas Edison and His Bright Idea

Patricia Brennan Demuth Jez Tuya

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Penguin Putnam Books for Young Readers
01 August 2016
This nonfiction reader shines a light on Thomas Edison and his greatest invention-the lightbulb!

This nonfiction reader shines a light on Thomas Edison and his greatest invention-the lightbulb!

As a curious child who was always asking questions, it's no wonder Thomas Edison grew up to become a famous, prolific inventor. This easy-to-read nonfiction story follows Edison from his time in school to his career as a full-time inventor. While it focuses on his groundbreaking creation of the lightbulb, this illuminating account also details other important innovations of his, like the phonograph and the microphone. Edison's discoveries will fascinate and inspire all curious young minds!
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Illustrated by:   Jez Tuya
Imprint:   Penguin Putnam Books for Young Readers
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 229mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 5mm
Weight:   119g
ISBN:   9780448488301
ISBN 10:   0448488302
Series:   Penguin Young Readers, Level 3
Pages:   48
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 6 to 8 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  English as a second language
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Patricia Brennan Demuth has written several books for children, including Way Down Deep, Gorillas, Snakes, Johnny Appleseed, Mars, Achoo! All about Colds, and Max, the Bad-Talking Parrot. Jez Tuya is a New Zealand-based freelance illustrator, specializing in character design and children's illustration. While he creates his illustrations digitally they are rich in texture, detail and atmosphere which gives them a hand-rendered quality.

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