For all the little makers and inventors comes a STEAM-infused tale of determination, ingenuity, and friendship starring a feisty, diverse female engineer. "This story of a girl engineer is sorely needed and has potential to develop and nourish readers' interest in STEAM subjects." ―Kirkus ...

For all the little makers and inventors comes a STEAM-infused tale of determination, ingenuity, and friendship starring a feisty, diverse female engineer. "This story of a girl engineer is sorely needed and has potential to develop and nourish readers' interest in STEAM subjects." ―Kirkus ReviewsIzzy Gizmo's inventions are marvelous, magnificent . . . and often malfunction. Despite the fact that she loves to invent, it never seems to work out in her favor. But when she finds a crow with a broken wing, she has to help Izzy tries again and again to build a new pair of wings, but nothing is working. Can Izzy overcome her failures? Or is her friend destined to live as a crow who can't fly?From author Pip Jones, this inspiring story of creativity and perseverance in the face of failure showcases a sweet friendship and is illustrated with bright, zany art from the acclaimed Sara Ogilvie.Also available: Izzy Gizmo and the Invention ConventionActivity Sheets and Teacher's Guide available Parents' Choice Fun Stuff Award - Parents' Choice Foundation

A feisty girl engineer endeavors to help an injured crow fly in this vibrant, STEAM-infused tale of determination, ingenuity, and friendship."This story of a girl engineer is sorely needed and has potential to develop and nourish readers' interest in STEAM subjects." ―Kirkus ReviewsIzzy Gizmo's inventions are marvelous, magnificent...and often malfunction. Despite the fact that she loves to invent, it never seems to work out in her favor. But when she finds a crow with a broken wing, she has to help Izzy tries again and again to build the crow a new pair of wings, but nothing is working. Can Izzy overcome her failures? Or is her friend destined to live as a crow who can't fly?Author Pip Jones tells an inspiring story of creativity and perseverance in the face of failure while spotlighting friendship and intergenerational relationships. Bright, zany art from the acclaimed Sara Ogilvie adds to the zeal.Awards: Parents' Choice Fun Stuff Award ―Parents' Choice Foundation

Building STEAM with DIA Booklist (K-Grade 2) ―ALSC

Children's Book Award (2nd Place) ―Florida Literacy Association

Kansas State Reading Circle Recommended Reading List (Primary) ―Kansas National Education Association

Alabama Camellia Award (Nominee, Grades 2-3) ―Alabama Department of Education

Children's Book Award (Nominee) ―Florida Literacy Association

Delaware Diamonds Awards (Nomin