Jr. Graphic American Inventors
Readers are introduced to influential American inventors and how their inventions have impacted many industries and our daily lives. Each volume includes a brief introduction, a main character listing, a timeline, and a fact-filled story of these influential people's lives. The comic book format will draw in readers of all levels, and the engaging stories of what these people accomplished will have them hooked until the last page is turned.
* Reviews *
Series review: Jr.
Graphic American Inventors
"With their user-friendly nonfiction features and smooth
narrative style, these biographies in a graphic-novel format are a fantastic way
to introduce reluctant (and enthusiastic) readers to the lives of important
historical figures. From Robert Fulton to Steve Jobs, they profile six
inventors, highlighting their accomplishments, struggles, and contributions to
the world (e.g., Steve Jobs "changed the way people live"). The table of
contents, brief introductions, and helpful lists of main characters are all
presented on one page, giving readers helpful context for the pages that follow.
Narrative text and dialogue boxes float above and in the illustrations, which
are attractive and engaging. With clear, interesting, and accessible language,
the volumes are easy to read. These biographies flow just like conventional
graphic novels-a plus when trying to engage students with nonfiction
material."
--School
Library Journal's Series Made Simple
Series Review: Jr. Graphic
American Inventors
"This series highlights
various American inventors ranging from George Washington Carver to Steve Jobs
in a graphic novel format. ... The illustrations are full-color, detailed, and
attractive. The captions and images easily convey basic biographical information
in a user-friendly manner that will draw in young reluctant
readers."
--Terry Roper, Library Media
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