Philo T. Farnsworth

by Ellen Labrecque

Overview

How much do you know about Philo T. Farnsworth? Find out the facts you need to know about this inventor, scientist, and TV pioneer. You’ll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781977132093
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2021
Series:	Biographies
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	570L (what's this?)
Age Range:	5 - 8 Years

About the Author

Ellen Labrecque is the author of more than 100 nonfiction children's books. She lives in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, with her husband and two kids. She has the best writing partner in the world—her dog Oscar. An avid reader and runner, Ellen is a morning person. On most days, she is up before the sun.

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Editorial Reviews

11/01/2021

Gr 1–3—These volumes introduce readers to a variety of Americans from the past. Philo T. Farnsworth was an inventor forced to prove in court that he invented the television. Ida B. Wells was a reformer and the first Black American woman to own a newspaper. Marian Anderson was a singer who achieved fame despite the obstacles she faced due to racial prejudice. Susan La Flesche Picotte is considered the first Native American doctor and committed her skills to helping other Native Americans. Basic data is provided such as when and place of birth, schooling, and career paths. Photographs of the subjects accompany the texts. Intended as introductions for young readers, these narratives are far from comprehensive, yet they provide enough information to pique further interest. The volume on Picotte will be of value as there are few works on her while the others are frequently found in children's biographies. VERDICT Serviceable introductions to Americans of note, these volumes should be purchased based on need.

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