<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>An educational picture book that teaches the importance of perseverance as a young girl creates her first invention and earns her first patent.</b> <p/>Abby has had enough - whenever she colors, her crayons snap in two.<i> Ugh!! Why do all crayons break?! </i>Fueled by her frustration, Abby invents the world's first UNBREAKABLE CRAYONS. She even gets a patent to prove it! Through Abby's failures and eventual success, she playfully introduces young readers to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. <p/>From debut author and patented inventor, Dr. Arlyne Simon, comes this inspiring story introducing kids to the joy of inventing. Purdue University selected Abby Invents as a book that promotes problem-solving in kids, ages 4-9. <p/><b>Grab signed copies and FREE coloring pages at www.abbyinvents.com <p/>Plus don't miss the sequel - Abby Invents The Foldibot at www.abbyinvents.com!</b><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Honored as a trailblazing female innovator by the United States Patent and Trademark Office, Dr. Arlyne Simon is a biochemical engineer, inventor, author and entrepreneur. She is originally from the Commonwealth of Dominica.