February 11th is Thomas Edison’s birthday. Edison’s four great inventions, phonograph, motion pictures, power industry/electric light bulb and the invention factory, forever changed the world. His work with electric vehicles and batteries over 100 years ago was inspirational in the re-emergence of electric/hybrid/alternative vehicles today. Creativity and perseverance are two words that will always describe this great inventor.
Even after many failed attempts with his light bulb design, Edison continued on knowing each failure brought him closer to success. Every day we face challenges and problems that we need to overcome. Sometimes we triumph over them despite difficulties. There are other times we just want to avoid or give up. This is when we need to have persistence and determination if we want to stand out or just succeed.
Select one of his famous quotes from the slideshow. Explain why you picked it and how it will motivate you to persevere.
I picked slide 7, and it will motivate me to face my challenges head-on.
I picked slide 4, and it will motivate me to do my homework.
I chose slide 3. I picked it because it sounds wise. And a wise quote would push me forward.
I picked slide 9 because you don´t want a project that can be completed in a day. There is not any fun in that. You want to have a project that is fun and something you want to make.
I picked slide 5 because it pushes me to keep on going and not giving up!
I pick slide 10 because I agree with what Edison is saying, and it will motivate me to keep on going with what I’m trying to accomplish and do what’s needed to reach the goal.
“Hell , there are no rules here – we’re trying to accomplish something.” It means to focus on what ever you are doing.
I chose slide 12. I chose it because it makes me think all the ideas in my head, and how I could possibly make them real. If I make anything, this quote will help me push through.
I picked slide 5. I like it because he teaches us that you wont get everything first try
I picked slide 10. It means to focus.