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Who Was Alexander Graham Bell?

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Who Was Alexander Graham Bell? by Bonnie Bader explores the life of the famous inventor, highlighting his journey towards creating the first working telephone. The book details Bell's passion for helping people with hearing difficulties and delves into his various experiments and inventions, all while providing an engaging glimpse into his life and contributions. Written for children, it combines informative content with illustrations to make Bell's story accessible and inspiring for young readers.
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You might enjoy this engaging children's book if you're curious about the life and inventions of the legendary inventor of the telephone. It beautifully captures his innovative spirit and engineering marvels in a way that's accessible and inspiring for young readers.

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"An illustrated biography of the inventor of the telephone"--

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Did you know that Bell's amazing invention--the telephone--stemmed from his work on teaching the deaf? Both his mother and wife were deaf. Or, did you know that in later years he refused to have a telephone in his study? Bell's story will fascinate young readers interested in the early history of modern technology! Did you know that Bell's amazing invention--the telephone--stemmed from his work on teaching the deaf? Both his mother and wife were deaf. Or, did you know that in later years he refused to have a telephone in his study? Bell's story will fascinate young readers interested in the early history of modern technology!

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    Did you know that Bell's amazing invention--the telephone--stemmed from his work on teaching the deaf? Both his mother and wife were deaf. Or, did you know that in later years he refused to have a telephone in his study? Bell's story will fascinate young readers interested in the early history of modern technology! Did you know that Bell's amazing invention--the...
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Who Was Alexander Graham Bell? by Bonnie Bader and Who HQ is praised for its informative and engaging approach to teaching young readers about the life and inventions of Alexander Graham Bell. Reviewers commend the book for its accessible language and appealing illustrations, making it a suitable educational tool for children. It effectively highlights Bell's contributions and personal story, maintaining interest while providing historical context.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9780448464602

Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 October 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: G P Putnam's Sons

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by David Groff

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 133.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 103g

Pages: 112

About the Author

Bonnie Bader has authored several Who Was...? biographies, including Who Was Christopher Columbus?

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