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Guitar Genius: How Les Paul Engineered the Solid-Body Electric Guitar and Rocked the World (Children's Music Books, Picture Books, Guitar Books, Music
Contributor(s): Tomsic, Kim (Author), Helquist, Brett (Illustrator)

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ISBN: 145215919X     ISBN-13: 9781452159195
Publisher: Chronicle Books
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Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: April 2019
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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - General
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Technology - Inventions
- Juvenile Nonfiction | Music - Instruments
Dewey: B
LCCN: 2017045870
Age Level: 5-8
Grade Level: Kindergarten-3
Lexile Measure: 720(Not Available)
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 11.1" W x 9.6" L (1.25 lbs) 56 pages
Themes:
- Chronological Period - 20th Century
Features: Bibliography, Ikids, Illustrated, Price on Product
Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 02/01/2019
School Library Journal 03/01/2019 pg. 129
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 03/01/2019
Publishers Weekly 05/06/2019
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2019 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw
Accelerated Reader Info
Quiz #: 503674
Reading Level: 4.3   Interest Level: Lower Grades   Point Value: 0.5
 
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc.
Publisher Description:
An exuberant introduction to a musician and creative genius. -Kirkus Reviews

A beautifully-illustrated true story of rock and roll legend Les Paul: This is the story of how Les Paul created the world's first solid-body electric guitar, countless other inventions that changed modern music, and one truly epic career in rock and roll. How to make a microphone? A broomstick, a cinderblock, a telephone, a radio. How to make an electric guitar? A record player's arm, a speaker, some tape. How to make a legendary inventor? A few tools, a lot of curiosity, and an endless faith in what is possible, this unforgettable biography will resonate with inventive readers young and old.

  • Perfect for young readers and rock and roll enthusiasts alike.
  • Unforgettable biography that will resonate with inventive readers young and old.
  • Featuring richly detailed, dynamic illustrations by Brett Helquist, the New York Times bestselling illustrator of many books, including the Lemony Snicket books, A Series of Unfortunate Events.
Les Paul was an innovator and musical force for the ages - he changed the world in a very real way. His story is a lesson from which kids of all ages can derive inspiration. -Billy Gibbons, lead guitarist of ZZ Top.

This inspiring true story of rock and roll legend Les Paul teaches lessons of perseverance, overcoming obstacles, and following your dreams.

  • Perfect read aloud book for family story time
  • Books for kids ages 5-8
  • Great book for STEM programs
  • Children's books for grades K-3
 
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