How to Become an Accidental Genius

By Elizabeth MacLeod, Frieda Wishinsky, Jenn Playford (illustrator)

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Don't be afraid to try! Make connections! Be persistent! Ask questions and never take no for an answer! Learn the secrets and amazing stories of successful inventors!


How to Become an Accidental Genius is full of inspiring tales of famous and lesser-known inventors who have changed the world, from George…

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1 author picked How to Become an Accidental Genius as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I love, love, love how MacLeod and Wishinsky create their “accidental” books. It’s the perfect blend of entertaining and educational facts about people from around the world making great discoveries. It also shows the most ordinary people can make the most extraordinary discoveries.  

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