Mays's Zoo Camera Invention

Maya's Zoo Camera Invention is an inspiring and heartwarming story for children ages 5-8 that celebrates the creativity, ingenuity, and strength of military families, especially women and girls as inventors. When a young girl’s parents are deployed in the military, she stays with her Aunt Emma, a talented photographer for the local newspaper. Together, they embark on an adventure at the zoo, where they come up with an innovative idea to improve a camera.

As they work on their invention, they learn about patents, copyrights, and trademarks—tools that protect their new ideas. This story showcases how women and girls can be inventors, problem-solvers, and trailblazers, encouraging young readers to believe in their creative potential.

Through the lens of military family life, the book teaches children the importance of gratitude, the sacrifices of those who serve, and how to protect intellectual property. It’s perfect for military families, classrooms, homeschooling, or family reading time, offering both inspiration and practical lessons for the next generation of inventors.