Who Was Alexander Graham Bell?
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013 · Est. 1 hour read

Who Was Alexander Graham Bell?

Written by Bonnie Bader and Who HQ · Illustrated by David Groff

Part of the Who Was . . . ? series

Discover the surprising origins of the telephone and its inventor's unique life choices.

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112 pages· 7,780 words· Est. 1 hour read· 720L
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Explore the intriguing life of Alexander Graham Bell, whose groundbreaking invention, the telephone, was inspired by his work with the deaf, including his own family. Despite revolutionizing communication, Bell later shunned the very device he created. Uncover the paradoxes and passions of a man who changed the world, yet resisted his own legacy. What drove Bell to such contradictions, and how did his personal experiences shape modern technology? Dive into a story of innovation, family, and the unexpected twists in the life of a visionary.

From the publisher

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!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
112
Words
7,780
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
720L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.9
F&P level
~Q
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
162449
Publication
Published
October 31, 2013
First published
October 3, 2013
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780448464602
LCCN
2013024903

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