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"I was called a tomboy, but that made little impression on me. I sighed sometimes because I was not like other girls, but wisely concluded that I couldn't help it, and sought further consolation from my tools." - Margaret Knight |
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Most people don't think women inventors have made an impact on our world when their inventions actually help us through our everyday lives. Women have made our lives safer and easier with inventions like penicillin, eyeglasses, and liquid paper. Thanks to woman inventors our lives have been made more convenient. In this website we celebrate Margaret E. Knight and one of her great inventions, the paper bag. You might think that the paper bag is useless, but it helps us carry food, clothing, and other necessities. Something truly fascinating about Margaret and her invention is that it was almost stolen. The paper bag was a very clever invention. What would we do without it? To explore more about Margaret E. Knight and her inventions check out the links on the left. This web site was created by the members of Girl Scout Troop 2409 of Briarcliff Manor, New York. Design and Layout: Erica, Rebecca, and Diana Biography: Katie, Erica, Janine, and Emma Use of the Paper Bag: Melissa, Diana, and Katie Fun Stuff: Emma, Melissa, and Chloe Links and Books: Rebecca and Janine |
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