I WONDER - Who Was Thomas Edison?

Thomas Edison, known as the Wizard of Menlo Park, was a prolific inventor. He is best known for creating a practical version of the electric light bulb, which was not the first of its kind but was more durable and suitable for home use. Additionally, Edison's invention of the phonograph revolutionized the music industry by allowing people to listen to recorded music at home.

Who is known as the Wizard of Menlo Park?

What was Thomas Edison's most iconic invention?

How did Edison's version of the light bulb differ from earlier versions?

What was the significance of Edison's invention of the phonograph?

In what way did the phonograph change how people experienced music?