Through ""COLORED"" Eyes: The Story of Henry E. Baker, The Man From Mississippi Who Created A List That...

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Reggie K Smith

Through ""COLORED"" Eyes

The Story of Henry E. Baker, The Man From Mississippi Who Created A List That Changed The World...

Reggie K Smith

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Smith-Lenoir Graphic Creations
19 June 2025

History & the past: general interest (Children's&YA); People & places (Children's&YA); Educational: Technology

Series: Black Innovation

Step into a forgotten chapter of American innovation. This richly illustrated book helps educators and parents integrate untold Black inventor histories to inspire kids with real-world innovation and legacy. It brings to life the stories and inventions of African American pioneers from the 1800s and early 1900s. With engaging biographies, 3D patent visuals, and historical context, you'll meet brilliant minds whose contributions changed the world-and learn about the man who first chronicled their legacy, Henry E. Baker, creating a historic list of over 400 African American inventions.

Whether you're a teacher, parent, or lifelong learner, this book empowers young readers to see themselves as inventors and change-makers. Kids see themselves as inventors and problem-solvers. Teachers gain a compelling resource to diversify history/STEM lessons, and parents foster cultural pride and curiosity at home.

See yourself in what you read!

By: Reggie K Smith
Imprint: Smith-Lenoir Graphic Creations
Volume: 1
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 200g
ISBN: 9798218718671
Series: Black Innovation
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 19 June 2025
Recommended Age: From 13 to 18 years
Audience: Young adult , Preschool (0-5)
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reggie K. Smith is a creative technology innovator-a seasoned expert in video production technology and graphic communications, with four decades of experience in the tech and creative industries. A graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi, a native of Mississippi, resident of Nashville, and lifelong advocate for innovation, Reggie has spent the last 20 years studying and documenting the contributions of early African American inventors.Now, in a bold career pivot, Reggie brings this wealth of research to the literary world with his publication, Through ""COLORED"" Eyes-a compelling book that brings to life stories and inventions of African Americans and explores Henry E. Baker's life and journey, complete with biographical sketches of inventors, educational patent detail, and more, in a way that nicely blends creativity and technology for an engaging experience.