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Great American Inventors: Using Nonfiction to Learn About Technology Inventions

Students read a wide range of literature from many periods in many genres to build an understanding of the many dimensions (e.g., philosophical, ethical, aesthetic) of human experience.

It’s About Time!

Students trace the historical development of a single product or category of product.

That’s a Good Idea!

Students learn about the patent process in the United States.

I’ll Trade You Henry Ford for Ben Franklin!

Students create and trade inventor trading cards

Imagine That!

Students write and illustrate biographies of inventors