Trailblazers have made extraordinary contributions throughout history.From inventing everyday household items we take for granted to breaking barriers in sports and medicine, their impact on the world is undeniable. But how much do you really know about the innovators whove shaped our world?
Everyone knows that
- Martin Luther King Jr. used every method possible to fight for civil rights
- Ruth Handler founded Mattel and created Barbie dolls
- William Shakespeare came up with the story of Romeo and Juliet
- AND Florence Nightingales family supported her dream of becoming a nurse
Or did they
? Because
OH NO THEY DIDNT!
Misconceptions about famous figures from the past and present are everywhere, but theyre not always true! In Oh No They Didnt: Trailblazers, myths are busted about over 50 trailblazerspoliticians, legends, athletes, activists, scientists, entrepreneurs, creatives, and more.
In this fresh and funny guide written by Eric Huang, learn about inspiring innovators from all over the world and their influence on history and pop culture. Stylishly designed and humorously illustrated by Sam Caldwell, Oh No They Didnt: Trailblazers makes learning fun with surprising facts and a playful, upbeat approach to nonfiction.
Oh No They Didnt: Trailblazers is the perfect, inspiring guide for ALL young readers to learn about influential innovators, including parts of their stories that may have been left out of traditional history books or media. In this easy-to-read book, youre sure to discover lesser-known pioneers who deserve to be celebrated, too!
