Book details
The Paper Airplane Book
Description
How to build great paper airplanes and learn what makes them fly! What keeps a paper airplane in the air? How can you make a paper airplane go for a really long flight? How can you make a cool stunt plane that loops, turns, and dives at will?Learn the answers to these questions and many more!This book details not only how to design amazing paper airplanes, but also the principles of flight and how planes are able to fly. The Paper Airplane Book is full of experiments and suggestions that will allow readers to design their own airplanes while introducing them to the physics and science of flight."Lots of information about the principles of flight and the 'hows' and 'whys' of airplane design."-Children's Literature"The principles of flight and airplane design are elucidated in this book of entertaining experiments with paper airplanes."-Booklist
Age
8-12
Text complexity
beginner
Length
48 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Educational Value: 'The Paper Airplane Book' by Seymour Simon provides readers with a fun and interactive way to learn about the principles of aerodynamics and physics. Through the process of building paper airplanes, readers can gain a better understanding of how real airplanes fly.
- Hands-On Learning: This book offers a hands-on approach to learning, which can be particularly engaging for young readers and those who learn best by doing. By following the step-by-step instructions, readers can actively participate in the learning process and retain information more effectively.
- Creativity and Innovation: Reading 'The Paper Airplane Book' encourages creativity and innovation as it invites readers to experiment with different designs and modifications to their paper airplanes. This can lead to a deeper interest in design, engineering, and problem-solving.
- Family Bonding and Entertainment: The activities in the book provide an excellent opportunity for family bonding. Parents and children can work together to build various paper airplane models, creating a fun and educational experience that can be enjoyed by all ages.