The telephone, the lightbulb, and the airplane are all inventions that have changed the world for the better. But many popular stories about the creation of American inventions have gotten some facts wrong and left out others altogether. Fact and Fiction of American Invention dives into the myths about inventors and their inventions and brings the truth to light. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at...

Inspired by her desire for late night snack, Camila invents a pair of light-up slippers, which make her a star to her classmates--but get her into trouble with her parents.

On a visit to New York City to see Uncle Jorge, Freddie brings his special sneakers which give him super speed but are becoming too small for his growing feet.

After Freddie and Mr. Vaslov see a meteor fall, Freddie tries to find a meteorite for Mr. Vaslov's birthday and while searching, Freddie and Amy also decide to see if the old school garden can be restored.

"Mr. Vaslov is building a drone to help him take care of Starwood Park, but that is Freddie's job, and Freddie's mother has a new boyfriend, but can Zapato Power help him cope with change?"--WorldCat.

"When a freak spring blizzard buries Starwood Park, Freddie works with Mr. Vaslov to clear the sidewalks using a new invention--Zapato Power snowshoes. But not even the snow can stop a thief from causing trouble in the neighborhood. Can Freddie solve thecase, even if it means helping Erika, the Starwood Park bully?"--

What do kites, writing, gunpowder, and the number zero have in common? They all have histories in Asia, the world's largest continent.

What do kangaroos, movie special effects, an opera house, and refrigerators have in common? They all have histories in Australia, one of Earth's seven continents.

We have Ralph Baer to thank for the video games people play around the world today. What were the steps Baer took that led him to his famous invention?

What do eyeglasses, fossils, chewing gum, and color television have in common? They all have histories in North America, one of Earth's seven continents.