In Story of Inventions by Anna Claybourne, shares the stories behind inventions and technology which many people use in daily life. This includes means of transportation, household items, food, clothing, and medicine. I believe once we take the time to appreciate what we take for granted, our perspective changes.
by Anna Claybourne
Anna Claybourne and Children’s Information Books
Anna Claybourne writes children’s information books on all kinds of topics: science experiments, ancient history, and the human body. Also, things to make, the environment, robots, evolution, art, fashion. An avid Shakespeare fand and more, Anna enjoys the retellings of myths, legends and Shakespeare plays, and rhyming stories.
Anna’s Interests
She studied English literature at university, but has always been interested in science, technology and art and design as well. Anna loves crafting, especially sewing, and her house is full of fabrics, craft materials, tools and books. Her other interests and passions include camping, cats, outdoor swimming, news and politics, and music – she plays the trombone and has played in both bands and orchestras. Anna performed live on a John Peel session in 2002 with Scottish band Ballboy.
Anna Claybourne has lived…
She was born and grew up in Yorkshire, England. Anna moved to Canada, to live as a student. She’s worked in Iceland as an au pair, and in Costa Rica as a conservation volunteer. She would often encounter tarantulas, tapirs, monkeys, sloths, crocodiles and giant katydids. Anna now lives in Edinburgh, Scottland with her two children and two cats, Skye and Socks.
5 More Books about Inventors/Inventions
If you looking to turn your idea into a product, read these first books first.
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Invention Stories…Tales from the Inventor by Robert J. Bear
Invention Stories…Tales from the Inventor are stories of invention, written by their inventors, because their paths to success just may show you the way. These stories will entertain and inspire.
Women Inventors and the 7 Percent by Robert J. Bear
Women Inventors and the 7 Percent give a real inside look into how and why Women Inventors make their decisions and they feel about why Women only make up 7 Percent of sole-inventors in the US.
One Simple Idea by Stephen Key
Stephen Key is an award-winning inventor who has licensed more than 20 product ideas. In 2011, he shared the secrets to his success in the bestselling book One Simple Idea.
Invent It, Sell It, Bank It!: Make Your Million-Dollar Idea into a Reality by Lori Greiner
Invent It, Sell It, Bank It!: Make Your Million-Dollar Idea into a Reality is a hands-on, nuts-and-bolts guide to getting a new product or company off the ground and making it profitable. Sharing her own secret formula and personal stories along the way, Lori provides vital information and advice on topics that can often intimidate, frustrate, and stump aspiring entrepreneurs.
Daring to Invent by Alan Beckley
Daring to Invent… You have an exciting new invention you know will be snatched up by millions of eager buyers—if you can get it out of your head and onto store shelves. Now what? How can you sell your idea?
