Black Inventors

15 Inventions that Changed the World

Author  Kathy Trusty Narrator  Salathiel Reagan
Black Inventors
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Discover 15 inventors and inventions that changed the world in this guide for kids ages 8 to 12.
Throughout history, Black inventors have achieved some of the world's greatest advancements in science, technology, engineering, and math. This book highlights 15 men and women who made a big impact with their invention, from Marie Van Brittan Brown, who created the first home security system, to Mark Dean, who invented the personal computer. Learn all about each inventor's creative process, their invention, and the way it's benefited our world.

  • The "first Black man of science": Explore how Benjamin Banneker used his knowledge of math and science to build the first wooden clock, create an almanac, and help design the city that became Washington, D.C.
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