Alison Buxton

Can a book make you into an inventor? This extraordinary book can In this book, readers will try new projects from making constellation viewers to rockets. Tinkering with projects is a great way to understand how things work and inspire curiosity about new inventions. This book introduces each invention in accessible language, allowing readers to learn about the scientific and engineering principles that make it work. Bright, bold illustrations bring each activity to life, while step-by-step instructions make the activities achievable and exciting. With over 30 inventions, this book is sure to keep kids busy and engaged in the world of STEAM

Can a book make you into an inventor? This extraordinary book can In this book, readers will try new projects from making constellation viewers to rockets. Tinkering with projects is a great way to understand how things work and inspire curiosity about new inventions. This book introduces each invention in accessible language, allowing readers to learn about the scientific and engineering principles that make it work. Bright, bold illustrations bring each activity to life, while step-by-step instructions make the activities achievable and exciting. With over 30 inventions, this book is sure to keep kids busy and engaged in the world of STEAM

A one-of-a-kind project book that turns into 30 incredible inventions. This book turns itself into rockets, code-breakers, bionic hands, balancing acrobats, demolition balls, constellation viewers and many more ingenious human inventions.

Create fascinating gizmos from simple electronics and household items, from a gravity-powered car to a light-up backpack to a geodesic mini greenhouse."An inspired activity book for aspiring scientists and dedicated young crafters....a really cool book."--Shelf Awareness for ReadersThis highly practical handbook is packed with guidance, tips and inspiration for making simple but clever gadgets that will give kids a real sense of achievement, as well as impressing friends and parents with their skills. Page after page of makes allow budding engineers and inventors to pick and choose projects that suit their interests and skill level. Page after page of make-its allow budding engineers and inventors to pick and choose projects that suit their interests and skill level. Each project comes with a short explanation of the science behind it, and every stage is heavily illustrated and photographed to ensure that following the instructions is easy and fun. Parents might learn something, too Projects include: Bionic Bots: Bug Bot; Hydraulic arm; Walking robot. Mega Movers: Rubber band boat; Gravity-powered car; Paper plane launcher; Remote-controlled car. Home Helpers: Solar night-light; Light-up greetings cards. Out and About: Glowing backpack; Light-up shoes. Mini-verse: Mini geodesic biodome; Mini basketball game; Mini motorized Ferris wheel.