Most toy inventors have a bright idea they have that “eureka” moment or they come up with something that they think is marketable or fun. Though it was conceived in 1982 and wouldn’t hit the market until 1990, it was in February 1989 when NASA engineer Lonnie Johnson first met with the toy company Larami to pitch his idea for a revolutionary new water gun.Ĭhris Bensch, vice president of collections at the Strong Museum of Play, home of the National Toy Hall of Fame : I have to say, Lonnie Johnson is probably the most seriously overqualified toy inventor I can think of. Learn more about kid inventors at USPTO Kids Submitted by Alejandria G.This year marks the 30th anniversary of when the Super Soaker story truly began to take shape. From windshield wipers to paper bags, these women created ways to make everyday life easier. Recommended for ages 9–12. Who can resist a chocolate chip cookie? Did you know a girl named Ruth Wakefield invented it? Learn about Ruth and the many women inventors throughout history in this collection of short biographies. Girls Think of Everything: Stories of Ingenious Inventions by Women Catherine Thimmesh postal system, the lightning rod, the first public library, and the bifocal lens. January 17th isn't just Kid Inventors' Day-it's Benjamin Franklin's birthday! Did you know he was a kid inventor? This funny installment of the popular Who Was? series introduces kids to this famous Founding Father who gave us the U.S. Who Was Ben Franklin? Dennis Brindell Fradin Read all about his journey from child tinkerer to NASA engineer to inventor. Recommended for ages 7–10. Lonnie Johnson invented perhaps the coolest summer toy ever: the super-soaker squirt gun. Whoosh!: Lonnie Johnson's Super-Soaking Stream of Inventions Chris Barton Sometimes that leads to a mess, but her curious mind just can't stop! Recommended for ages 5–7. A space-age robot that cooks and cleans? Slides? Art Room? They're all here in Jack's house! What would a house you built look like? Recommended for ages 3–5.Ī zany and beautiful book perfect for those young inventors who love to ask questions. Brilliant young scientist Ada is a whiz at looking for answers-her favorite word is "Why?". Young Jack tells his mom about all the unique ways he would build a house. Inventing requires imagination-and there is no shortage of that in this hilarious picture book. The world needs terrific inventors-so every January 17th, the world celebrates Kid Inventors' Day! Encourage the creativity of a young inventor you know by reading these inspiring tales of creation and innovation together. Reserve a Meeting Room or Gallery Space.Volunteers in Tutoring Adult Learners (VITAL).Community Access Television Services (CATS).
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