Catalog Search Results
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
For their first assignment in fourth grade Finley has to think of an invention that will help the world--but when her Supersonic Sibling Sublimator appears to work too well, and her annoying older brother vanishes, only to reappear laughing at the trick he played, Finley comes up with a new invention she is sure will be a hit.
15) The Declaration of Independence wasn't signed on July 4th: exposing myths about Independence Day
Author
Language
English
Description
Examines the common misconception that the Declaration of Independence was signed on July 4, 1776. Discusses the holiday's origins, the creation of the Declaration, and other common myths of the time. Includes a glossary, index, and resources for further information.
16) Jabari tries
Author
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Jabari is making a flying machine all by himself, but when it doesn't work the way he imagined, he learns about perserverance and problem-solving.
18) Marveltown
Author
Language
English
Description
Marveltown's adults are outstanding inventors, but when their best engineers create giant but stupid robots that threaten the town, it is the children's outrageous creations that save the day.
Author
Language
English
Description
Cinderella's latest invention is a pair of techno-slippers. When her father announces a goodbye party for his toy factory that's closing, Cinderella attends in her techno-slippers, and loses one on her way home. The factory owner searches for the techno-slipper's owner, and when he finds Cinderella, her invention saves the toy factory.