Henry Ford

Name: Henry Ford
ISBN: 9781515738862

Famous Figures Series

For the child fascinated by cars and inventions, this book introduces the visionary who made the automobile accessible to everyone.

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About This Book

When would a parent reach for this book? For the child who is fascinated by how things work but gets frustrated when their own projects fail. This simple biography introduces Henry Ford not just as an inventor, but as a persistent problem-solver. It follows his journey from a curious farm boy to the creator of the Model T and the revolutionary assembly line. The book highlights themes of resilience and curiosity, making it a great tool for modeling a 'try, try again' attitude. Its straightforward text and historical photos are ideal for early independent readers aged 7 to 9 who are ready for their first nonfiction chapter books.

Resilience & Perseverance Vehicles & Machines History Curiosity & Wonder Self-Confidence & Identity Construction Creativity & Imagination Science Experiments

What Parents Should Know

Cultural Content GapMild

Presents a simplified, positive view of a complex historical figure, omitting controversial aspects.

Sensitive Topics

The book presents a highly sanitized and simplified version of a complex and controversial historical figure. It focuses exclusively on his positive contributions to industry and innovation, completely omitting his well-documented antisemitism and problematic labor practices. This is a significant cultural content gap. The approach is secular and the resolution is one of unqualified historical success.