Book details
Show Off: How to Do Absolutely Everything. One Step at a Time.
Description
How many cool things can you do? The answer will amaze you - and the secrets are all in this witty and nearly wordless book.Are you the crafty type? Try drawing some manga or customizing your sneakers. Got a soft spot for science? Dazzle your friends with the old exploding volcano trick, then slyly ease an egg into a bottle. Or you can really get cooking by slipping fortunes into a batch of cookies and folding them like a pro. From taking funny fake photos to breeding butterflies, from running a ninja obstacle course to reading minds to, yes, whipping up some edible fake barf, here is the source for learning how to do absolutely everything. With minimal text and maximal humor, these simple illustrated instructions will have kids psyched to:- Investigate (science projects anyone can do)- Create (arts, crafts, and personal style)- Explore (adventures in the great outdoors)- Cook (recipes for tasty - and terrifying - treats)- Move (sports, games, and playground acrobatics)- Amaze (tricks, pranks, and awesome acts).Back matter includes an index, and information about how to get involved.
Age
10-13
Text complexity
proficient
Length
224 pages
Why to read
- Comprehensive Skill Building: 'Show Off: How to Do Absolutely Everything. One Step at a Time.' is a treasure trove of skills and projects, offering readers a chance to learn a wide variety of tasks and crafts. From juggling to baking the perfect pie, the book provides step-by-step instructions that make it easy for readers to pick up new skills.
- Boosts Creativity and Confidence: Engaging with the diverse activities in the book can help readers boost their creativity and gain confidence in their abilities to tackle new challenges. Each completed task offers a sense of accomplishment and encourages readers to try even more complex projects.
- Ideal for All Ages: The book is designed to appeal to a broad audience, making it a perfect resource for family bonding. Parents and children can enjoy learning and showing off new skills together, making it a valuable addition to any family's library.
- Entertaining and Educational: Not only does 'Show Off' provide entertainment, but it also has educational value. Readers can improve their problem-solving abilities, hand-eye coordination, and even their patience as they work through the instructions and master the activities presented in the book.