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Let’s start creating!

Have an idea for something you want to create, but don’t know where to start? Follow these steps. 

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Explore intellectual property (IP)

If you’ve ever created something original, you might be an IP owner! Dive into the world of patents, trademarks, copyright, and trade secrets. 

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Young Inventor Spotlights

Read these inspirational stories of how some young inventors are changing the world around them by transforming their ideas into action to bring innovation to impact. 

The Follow Through Fixer

Are you a fan of basketball? Meet Travis Edwards. Travis came up with a creative solution to fix his basketball shot – and filed his own patent application!
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Travis Edwards with the patent certificate for his Follow Thru Fixer

Seeing for the Blind

Did you know that 90% of the world’s blind people live in developing countries? Sidharth Anantha invented a low-cost device to help them navigate their surroundings.
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Sidharth Anantha demonstrating his Seeing for the Blind invention, a device to help blind people navigate their surroundings.

Battery Swap

A flashlight that allows police officers, first responders, and firefighters to shift between two batteries.
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Lauren Strechay and Nicolette Buonora with their invention, the Battery Swap flashlight.

The Last Word

A modern twist on the time-tested bookmark
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Jennifer Wen
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Videos and activities for grades K-12

Activities, invention challenges, and other fun ways to explore invention and intellectual property.

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Inventors change the world

Get inspired by stories about visionary inventors and how their creations have changed the world! 

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Inventor trading cards

How many of these famous inventors do you recognize? Collect and share them with your friends. Stay tuned for new cards coming out soon!
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Journeys of Innovation

Read about amazing innovators from all walks of life and times in American history and get inspired by the incredible impact of their inventions.
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Science of Innovation videos

Curious about the science of self-driving cars? Did you know viruses are used to make batteries? Learn about these fascinating topics and many more.
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IP Patch

Calling all Girl Scouts! The IP Patch is available for young women interested in learning about innovation, invention, and intellectual property.
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