About This Book
When would a parent reach for this book? This book is for the child who is working on a difficult school project or feels like their big ideas are being dismissed. It tells the true story of George Ferris and his seemingly impossible plan to build a gigantic, spinning wheel for the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. The book follows Ferris from his initial spark of imagination through the many engineering challenges and the public ridicule he faced. It masterfully illustrates themes of perseverance, creativity, and believing in oneself against all odds. Ideal for young readers aged 7 to 10, it is a wonderful way to introduce concepts of history, engineering, and the grit required to turn a dream into reality.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
This is a straightforward historical account with no major sensitive topics. The primary conflict is professional and intellectual, focusing on the protagonist's struggle against public doubt and engineering challenges.
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