Plows in the 1830s were not suitable for sticky sod, so John Deere invented a smooth, steel plow that worked for many farmers. He continued to press on by creating his own company and building a brand that is well-known today. In this title, young readers can discover more about this inspiring innovator and his company.
Google’s name today, originally “googol,” was a spelling mistake, but the company’s worldwide success is no error. Through the development of Google’s search engine and other online tools, founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page have come a long way since their time at Stanford University. Explore more about Google’s founders and innovations in this title for growing readers.