The book you are about to read would not be here if not for Johannes Gutenberg. It’s true! When Johannes was a boy, the only way to put words on paper was by hand. Surrounded by guilds and expert craftsmen, Johannes’ gifted hands worked away at many skills, leading to the invention that would change the world: the printing press.

CK Curriculum Alignment: CKLA Grades 4 & 5 (download only); CKHG Grades 4, 5, & 8

Voices in History™ is a Core Knowledge Biography Series that encourages young readers to learn about real superheroes in history. As a result of acts of extraordinary bravery, ingenuity, strength, and determination, these people made a difference and changed the world. Perhaps their remarkable stories will inspire young readers to become the superheroes of the future.