The Surprising Turn of Events

Behind the scenes of American Inventor try-outs with season one finalist, Francisco Patino

There I was, in line for the castings of "American Inventor" season 1. I had found out the day before of such a thing; a bit nervous but ready to show my product. This was more than a product to me; it was my toy, a tool to take my little brother to school. The "Double Traction Bicycle 2x2" and I had no idea of what was about to happen to us.

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Three Easy Ways to Be a Better Inventor

Here at InventHelp®, August is our favorite month because it's host to our favorite celebration: National Inventors Month! As you take time this month to reflect on important inventors and innovations, InventHelp® offers three simple ways to help you to improve your own inventing prowess!

1) Start Anytime

It's never too late (or too early) to become an inventor. Some folks are born with the drive; others may not have their first great idea until well into the Golden Years.

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Is there a National Inventors' Day?

On January 12, 1983, President Ronald Reagan dedicated February 11, 1983 (the anniversary of Thomas Edison's birth) to the creative and resourceful individuals who make up the pool of America's inventors. He called it National Inventors' Day "In recognition of the enormous contribution inventors make to the nation and the world." The President went on to write that the "key to our future success [as a nation] will be the dedication and creativity of inventors." President Reagan also "call[ed] upon the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities."

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