Danny Dunn and the Heat Ray facts for kids
Danny Dunn and the Heat Ray is an exciting science fiction adventure book from the popular Danny Dunn series. It was written by Raymond Abrashkin and Jay Williams and first came out in 1962. In this story, young Danny Dunn stumbles upon a powerful invention: a special heat ray created by his friend, Professor Bullfinch.
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| Author | Raymond Abrashkin Jay Williams |
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| Illustrator | Owen Kampen |
| Language | English |
| Series | Danny Dunn |
| Genre | Science fiction |
| Published | 1962 |
| Pages | 144 |
| OCLC | 302828 |
| Preceded by | Danny Dunn and the Fossil Cave |
| Followed by | Danny Dunn, Time Traveler |
Contents
The Story of the Heat Ray
This book tells the tale of Danny Dunn and his amazing discovery. He finds a special device called a heat ray. This isn't just any invention; it was made by his good friend, Professor Bullfinch. The professor created it for the government, which means it's a very important and powerful tool!
What is a Heat Ray?
A heat ray is a fictional device that can produce and direct a beam of intense heat. Imagine a super-powerful flashlight, but instead of light, it sends out heat! In the story, this ray can do many things. It can melt things or even warm them up very quickly.
Danny's Big Discovery
Danny often finds himself in the middle of scientific adventures. In this book, he accidentally discovers the heat ray. What happens when a curious kid like Danny gets his hands on such a powerful invention? He starts to experiment with it, of course!
Adventures with the Ray
Using the heat ray leads Danny into all sorts of exciting situations. He learns about its amazing abilities. But with great power comes great responsibility. Danny has to figure out how to use the ray wisely. He also needs to keep it safe from anyone who might want to use it for bad purposes. The story is full of suspense and fun as Danny explores the power of this incredible invention.
