Ticktock Banneker’s Clock
Ticktock Banneker’s Clock by Shana Keller, published by Sleeping Bear Press in 2016, is a 32-page picture book biography that explores the life of Benjamin Banneker, an influential figure in science, mathematics, and astronomy. Born in Maryland in 1731, Banneker was notable for being born free during a time when most African Americans were enslaved. The book highlights his early aptitude for mathematics and science, as well as his remarkable achievement of building a strike clock at the age of 22, inspired by a pocket watch he had seen.
Readers will find a focused narrative that delves into a significant episode of Banneker’s life, showcasing his self-taught skills and innovative spirit. The book presents themes related to historical and cultural contexts, emphasizing Banneker’s contributions to science and technology in the United States. This edition is crafted for young readers, making it an engaging introduction to an important figure in American history.
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Throughout his life, Benjamin Banneker was known and admired for his work in science, mathematics, and astronomy, just to name a few pursuits. But even when he was born in Maryland in 1731, he was already an extraordinary person for that time period. He was born free at a time in America when most African Americans were slaves. Though he only briefly attended school and was largely self-taught, at a young age Benjamin displayed a keen aptitude for mathematics and science. Inspired by a pocket watch he had seen, at the age of 22 he built a strike clock based on his own drawings and using a pocket-knife. This picture book biography focuses on one episode in a remarkable life.
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