Books like Board Game Builder by Lee Slater

A true account of William Kamkwamba, a Malawian boy who, against famine, drought and poverty, builds a working windmill from scrap to bring electricity and water to his village.

A biography of the Chinese American computer pioneer and entrepreneur who revolutionized the business world with his electronic calculator and word processor.

As experienced teachers of novice game designers, the authors have discovered patterns in the way that students grasp game design — the mistakes they make as well as the methods to help them to create better games. Each exercise requires no background in programming or artwork, releasing beginning designers from the intricacies of electronic game production and allowing them to learn what works and what doesn't work in a game system. Additionally, these exercises teach important skills in system design: the processes of prototyping, playtesting, and redesigning.

"While Parker Brothers' classic games have become part of Americana, few people know the fascinating story behind the firm that sixteen-year-old George S. Parker started with only fifty dollars and a dream. In The Game Makers, Philip E. Orbanes, a game historian and former Parker Brothers executive, explores the often whimsical origins of popular games and toys - from the Monopoly Game to the Nerf ball to Ping-Pong to Sorry! - and reveals how generations of determined entrepreneurs built a family business empire." "Through an engaging narrative based on extensive research - including the never-before-published personal archives of George S. Parker and interviews with his successors - Orbanes takes us on a journey through the birth and maturation of the toy industry as seen through the eyes of one of its greatest legends. Sprung from Parker's fervent belief that games were meant to last and be fun, this tiny family firm would grow into a brand powerhouse that reflected - and ultimately helped shape - the culture of a nation. Through world wars and the Great Depression, through natural disasters and family tragedies, Parker Brothers succeeded in bringing smiles to the faces of millions by connecting them to - or helping them forget - the events taking place around them."--BOOK JACKET.

Discover over 50 awe‑inspiring builds in Minecraft, from grand castles to whimsical cities, that will spark creativity and showcase the game’s artistic possibilities.

A practical guide for young Minecraft players, featuring step‑by‑step tutorials on building an underwater house, a pirate ship, a fortified castle, bridges and farms, with tips on layout, style, landscaping and decoration.

Traces the lives of fourteen black scientists and inventors who have made significant contributions in the various fields of science and industry.