Fathers of Invention: Famous Dads Who Invented Things that Changed our Lives

Fathers who Invented the Air Conditioner, Adhesive Tape, Popsicle and More

 

By Kate Kelly

When we think of great inventors, we generally list the men like Alexander Graham Bell, Samuel Colt, the Wright brothers, and of course, Thomas Edison. (As a “fatherly aside,” Edison’s early work was on the telegraph, and he had telegraph-related names for his first two children: Dot and Dash.)

On a month when we focus on “fathers” and celebrate their day, it’s fun to think about some of the lesser-known fathers of invention who came up with everyday items that have changed our lives. This Father’s Day, let’s tip our hats to some men (fathers as well as fathers-to-be) who created some of these everyday items:

Air Conditioning

Imagine life without air conditioning…for most of us, our summers would be pretty miserable.

Healthy Food Ideas for Traveling with Kids

Healthy Travel Snacks

How to provide your family with healthy food and snack options when you travel

by Geri Moran

Anticipation and excitement runs through the minds and hearts of every school age child as summer and freedom finally arrive.  The mere thought of vacation plans to visit family, friends or see other parts of our beautiful country for the first time, are thrilling.

What to Pack for Camp

What to pack for summer camp

Top to Bottom: What to Keep in Mind when You Pack for Camp

 

For parents, the approach of summer camp also brings questions regarding what they should pack for camp for their child – what is too much, what is too little. Parents can contact their camp for specific packing lists and guidelines. In addition, the American Camp Association® (ACA) suggests the following guidelines for parents to keep in mind when they pack for camp: