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Science for Kids - Invention

The basics of how inventions are made and what an inventor does

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Three Part Harmony - Music Copyright

Three Part Harmony - Music CopyrightMary Bellis

For All Levels - Mary had a little lamb." With these words, Thomas Edison started a technological revolution that continues today. The phonograph marked the beginning of the recording industry. He discovered it while doing research on sound waves for several other inventions, built a prototype, and was granted a patent in 1877.

Colors of Innovation - Early History of African American Inventors

George Washington CarverMary Bellis

For All Levels - What we know about early African American innovators comes mostly from the work of Henry Baker. He was an assistant patent examiner at the U.S. Patent Office who was dedicated to uncovering and publicizing the contributions of Black inventors.

Mothers of Invention

Grace Murray HopperCourtesy Norfolk Naval Center

For All Levels - Until about 1840, only 20 patents were issued to women. The inventions related to apparel, tools, cook stoves, and fire places.

Stories about Great Thinkers and Famous Inventors

Stories about Great Thinkers and Famous InventorsCourtesy of Laurel Middle School

For All Levels - Stories about great thinkers and inventors will help to motivate your students and enhance their appreciation of the contributions of inventors. As students read these stories, they will also realize the "inventors" are male, female, old, young, minority, and majority. They are ordinary people who follow through with their creative ideas to make their dreams a reality.

Science For Kids - Teachers & Parents

Parents, Teachers & Coaches Resources. Learn how to help your child learn about inventing and how to protect an invention made by a child. This is legal material from the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Or, if you are considering inventing yourself or if you wish to understand what the process is from a professional perspective.

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