What is an invention? By definition, an invention is a new and useful machine or piece of work. Inventions can change the way you live. Many inventions started as flaws, but with time they improved and gave way to other inventions and discoveries. These inventions have given people a new world to live in.
April 15, 1452 - artist and inventor Leonardo da Vinci was born.
Did you know that many famous inventors were born in April?
April 15, 1452 - artist and inventor Leonardo da Vinci was born.
April 16, 1867 - Wilbur Wright was born. Wilbur and his brother Orville Wright invented the airplane, which they called a flying machine.
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April 27, 1791 - Samuel F. B. Morse, the inventor of the telegraph and morse code was born.
Our world has benefited from many wonderful advancements in science and technology over the last 200 years. From electricity, to cars, to television, to rockets, to cell phones, your life is much different than that of your ancestors.
For this week's response, think about the things you use everyday or something that could make your life easier. Then, complete one of the sentences below.
The best invention ever created was ________.
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A great invention for the future would be ________.
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