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Anyone can be an inventor – even a kid! For example, Chester Greenwood was just 15 years old when he invented a product that changed
his life. You may not know his name but you probably know his invention – earmuffs! Here is Chester’s story...
While Chester was ice skating his ears got cold. He decided to find a way to keep them warm. Using beaver fur, velvet and wire,
Chester (with the help of his grandmother) made his first attempt to invent a device to protect his cold ears. Then he made some
adjustments and improvement to the design. At the age of 18, Chester patented his earmuff design. His idea was so good that he was
able to use the money he made to support him for the rest of his life. It helped others too. Manufacturing the product provided
enough jobs to support an entire community of workers!
Chester went on to patent many other inventions as well; however, how he invented earmuffs as a teenager is the best-known story.
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What do you think is the author’s purpose in this selection?
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To persuade the reader to believe that even children can be inventors
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To inform the reader of all the facts about earmuffs
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To entertain the reader with funny ways to wear earmuffs.
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You can learn more about Chester Greenwood and his inventions by doing your own research on the Internet!
