The Story Behind the Name
Have you ever ridden a Ferris Wheel? Do you know who created it? George Ferrisâs wheels can be found around the world today, but it wasnât an easy path to turn his idea into a reality. Readers will love learning the story behind the name as they follow along with Georgeâs beginnings in civil engineering, the trouble he had convincing people the Ferris Wheel could be safe, and his eventual world-renowned success.