Samuel Morse and the Telegraph
Samuel Morse and the Telegraph
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Samuel Morse and the Telegraph

Written by David Seidman & illustrated by Rod Whigham Keith Williams , and Charles Barnett III
Part of the Inventions and Discovery Book Series
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$8.99
$8.58
8 - 12
Reading age
32
Page count
88
Words per page
~720L
Lexile measure
Jan 1, 2007
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In this compelling graphic novel, follow the amazing life of Samuel Morse, who developed a working telegraph in 1844 and changed the way people communicated. With comic book-style illustrations and engaging, easy-to-read text, this biography will inspire, entertain, and inform young readers about an individual who made a significant contribution to society. An additional information section provides key facts and further understanding, making this graphic novel a must-have in any home, classroom, or library.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780736878982
    Publication Date
    January 1, 2007
    Publisher
    Capstone Press
    Page Count
    32
    Words Per Page
    88
    Audience
    Juvenile Reader
    Reading Age
    8 - 12 years
    WorldCat Number (OCLC)
    70836710
    Est. Lexile® Level
    ~720L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~Q
    ATOS® Book Level
    4.6
    Accelerated Reader® Points
    0.5
    Accelerated Reader Quiz
    112682
    Accelerated Reader Interest Level
    MG

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