Innovation Nation

Innovation Nation showcases fifty kid-friendly Canadian innovations that changed the world, from canoes and basketball to chocolate bars, insulin, and the telephone, revealing the surprising stories behind everyday inventions. Co-written by Canada's former Governor General David Johnston and OpenText chairman Tom Jenkins, this young readers edition adapts the bestselling Ingenious for elementary and middle-grade audiences with engaging illustrations throughout. This is an excellent STEM choice for students because it makes the history of innovation feel accessible and fun, encouraging young readers to see invention and creativity as something within their own reach.

Publishing Details

Author : David Johnston, Tom Jenkins

Illustrator : Josh Holinaty

Author Nationality : Canada

Physical Details

Type of Book: Chapter

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 128

Size: 5.9 x 9.1 inches

Year Published: 2021

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 3rd

Genre: Non-Fiction

Sub-Genre: Informational

Theme: Science, STEM, Reference