Thomas EdisonFulfills the standard: "Individuals, Groups, and Institutions" from the National Council for the Social Studies Curriculum Standards for High SchoolFulfills the standards: "Historical Comprehension," "Historical Research Capabilities," and "Historical Issues-Analysis and Decision Making" from the National History Education Standards for United States History, Grades 5-12. |
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Foreword | 9 |
Thirsty for Knowledge | 28 |
A Vagabond Telegrapher by Neil Baldwin | 36 |
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