The Animated Story of Thomas Edison Video on Interactive DVD with Resource Book Description
“We will make electricity so cheap that only the rich will burn candles.”
– Thomas Edison
Thomas Alva Edison (February 11, 1847-October 18, 1931) was an American inventor and businessman. Nicknamed “The Wizard of Menlo Park” by a newspaper reporter, Edison is credited with creating both the first industrial research lab and the electric light bulb. The research lab was the first institution set up with the purpose of producing constant innovation and technological improvement. But he didn’t stop there! Edison is considered to be one of the most innovative inventors in history, holding 1,097 US patents in his name.
Other fun facts about Thomas Alva Edison:
Edison was a strong supporter of Montessori schools in the United States.
While working with Alexander Graham Bell to discover words of greeting, Edison is credited as creating the word "Hello" in the English dictionary. Bell, however, preferred "Ahoy-hoy" as a greeting.
Edison was so facinated by Morse Code that he taught it to his girlfriend Mary Stilwell, proposed marriage to her in the code, and nicknamed their first two children "Dot" and "Dash."
A true inventor at heart, Thomas Edison once said, “Genius is about 1% inspiration and 99% percent perspiration.” Teach children about determination and hard work by ordering your copy of this Interactive DVD plus BONUS Resource & Activity Book today!
Excellent for developing home school curriculum and a great teachingresource for the month of February. (Thomas Edison’s birthday is February 11).
Each Interactive DVD features
Optional English and Spanish subtitles
A 3-level Adventure Quiz
Integrated movie clips
Story summaries
A “Principles Guide for Parents & Teachers”
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BONUS Resource & Activity Books
Each interactive DVD includes a 48-page Resource & Activity Book full of skill-developing activities, word games, puzzles, coloring pages, and more! Provides hours of fun and learning for the entire family! The special “Certificate of Achievement” located in the back of the book serves as an excellent award your child can display after completing the activities.
Principles and Values Taught in This Video
Persistence, Industry, Inventiveness, Leadership, Hope, Faith, Patience, Enthusiasm, Work, and Optimism.
