Progressively more detailed clues slowly reveal an important figure from American history. Try it!

Who am I?

1) I am a man who lived from 1847 to 1931.

2) As a child, I loved to read science books and build models.

3) I founded 14 companies, including General Electric.

4) I was known as “the Wizard of Menlo Park.”

5) I invented the light bulb!

How many clues until you guessed Thomas Edison?

Instructions show you how to turn these simple quizzes into powerful teaching tools. Use them as warm ups, wrap ups, and even assessments! Kids love to play so they make a perfect reward. You can play in large and small groups, on teams, with and without points, and even on the included game board. A proven winner with students!

Grades 4 and Up. 100 Historical Figures. Introduction explains many different ways to play.

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