Cover of Super Soaker inventor Lonnie Johnson

Super Soaker inventor Lonnie Johnson

by Heather E. Schwartz

STEM Trailblazer Bios

Reading Level 5-6 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover how Lonnie Johnson's curiosity and creativity led him from a childhood full of questions to inventing the famous Super Soaker water gun. Follow his journey as he combines science and imagination to make playtime more fun for kids everywhere. This inspiring story celebrates the power of innovation and determination.

Representation & Themes

InventorsAfrican AmericansScience & NatureComing of AgeFamily

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Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
9781512434477
Pages
32
Publisher
Lerner Publications (Tm)
Published
2018
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
2,435

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile literatureAfrican AmericansInventors