The Boy Who Invented TV: The Story of Philo Farnsworth
School year: Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5
No. of pages 40
Published: 2014
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"The Boy Who Invented TV: The Story of Philo Farnsworth" by Kathleen Krull tells the inspiring story of Philo Farnsworth, a brilliant young boy who dreamed of creating television. Growing up on a farm in Idaho, Philo was fascinated by technology and science. He devised a plan to transmit images through the air, battling challenges and skeptics along the way. The narrative highlights his journey from childhood curiosity to groundbreaking inventor, illustrating his persistence and ingenuity. Through engaging illustrations and accessible text, the book celebrates Philo’s contributions to science and his pivotal role in shaping modern media. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-4th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 6-9 years.
There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2014 by Random House USA Inc .
Kathleen Krull, the noted social historian, lives in San Diego, California. Boris Kulikov, the illustrator of the series, lives in New York City.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Parents Choice Award
The Parents' Choice Book Award is a prestigious accolade that recognizes high-quality children's and young adult literature across a variety of genres. Established as part of the broader Parents' Choice Awards program, which evaluates children's media and products, this specific award focuses on books that are not only entertaining but also educational and enriching for young readers. The award covers multiple categories. A panel of judges, comprising educators, librarians, and child development experts, evaluates the submissions. The goal is to highlight books that foster a love of reading and contribute positively to children's development and understanding of the world.Top of Form
School Library Journal Awards - Best Book Of the Year
This book was recognised in the Best Book of the Year category by the School Library Journal Awards.
This book features the following characters:
Philo Taylor Farnsworth
This book features the character Philo Taylor Farnsworth.
Philo Farnsworth
This book features Philo Farnsworth.