In this engaging biography written by Paige V. Polinsky for the Toy Trailblazers series, readers learn about the developer of the yo-yo, Pedro Flores. Follow the story of Flores as he popularizes the toy through his Yo-Yo Manufacturing Company then teams up with Donald F. Duncan to create the Duncan yo-yo! Along the way readers learn how yo-yos are made and how to "walk the dog." Sidebars, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Released September 1, 2017. 32 pages. Intended for ages 8-11 years.
ISBN-10: 1532110995
ISBN-13: 978-1532110993