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SCIENCE - CARS, BIKES, TRUCKS, DIGGERS, PLANES, TRAINS, SUBS & SHIPS
GENERAL
The Usborne Young Scientist (Christopher Maynard) $10 PB EC Six Usborne books in one: Spaceflight, Cars, Stars & Planets, Motorbikes, Jets and Trains. Gorgeous Usborne format of fantastic pictures, small text boxes, index and fascinating facts and figures. 9+
Picture Reference “Transport” (David Glover) $3 PB GC (Ex lib) This reference book for young readers provides an exciting introduction to different kinds of transport around the world. Find out about land, sea and air transport, from skates and bicycles to ferries and passenger planes. Investigate how jump jets, submersibles and huge articulated trucks work. Discover the busy world of airports and harbours. Highly detailed illustrations, clear explanations and amazing facts encourage children to explore every page. 6-10 YO
Tell Me About “Wings, Wheels & Sails” (Tom Stacy) $3 PB GC (Ex lib) A book that poses questions and answers to address the many ways in which humans move from place to place. Explains how airplanes, helicopters, balloons, airships, and gliders fly; names the fastest, biggest, and most popular cars; and considers bicycles, locomotives, paddle-steamers, hovercraft, and hydrofoils. This is a browsing books, aimed at readers with short attention spans but with an interest in the world and how it works. The questions appear as chapter headings, while the answers may be as long as two facing pages, or as short as half a page. Full-colour drawings, captions, and diagrams, as well as insets of related facts, help to answer the questions. 6-10 YO
Usborne “Finding Out About Wings, Wheels And Water” (Kate Little) $4 HB VGC Picture information books to help answer young children's questions about the world around them. Great illustrations and layout! 6-10 YO http://www.alibris.com/search/books/qwork/2325236/used/Finding%20Out%20about%20Wings,%20Wheels%20and%20Water:%20A%20First%20Book%20of%20Transport
Reader’s Digest Record Breakers “Machines And Inventions” (Peter Lafferty) $4 HB EC Which vehicle is nearly half a kilometre long, can weigh ten times as much as an ocean liner when fully laden, and has a braking distance of more than six kilometres? Find out the answers to this and hundreds more record breaking machines in this fascinating, colourful book. Designed for the younger reader, this series features details of the largest, the tiniest, the first, and so on, giving facts, descriptions and of the best, cleverest, fastest machines the world has known. Great illustrations and layout. 9+
DK Look Inside Cross-Sections “Record Breakers” (Moira Butterfield) $5 PB VGC The informative text is coupled with meticulously detailed, full-colour cross-sectional illustrations of record breaking cars, bikes, ships, and boats. to provide answers to the many questions children ask about the way things operate. 7-12 YO http://www.amazon.ca/Look-Inside-Cross-Sections-Record-Breakers/dp/078940320X
The Fantastic Cutaway Book Of Rescue! (Simon Mugford) $6 HB GC Peer inside the world's most sophisticated rescue vehicles and uncover the technology that enables helicopters, fire engines, submersibles, and other emergency craft to do their job on oil fields, in deep mines, beneath the ocean, and out in space. Fantastic photos and illustrations and caption-like text – great for the reluctant reader! Recommended! 7-12 YO http://www.amazon.ca/Fantastic-Cutaway-Book-Rescue/dp/0761306161
DK Big Book Of Rescue Vehicles (Caroline Bingham) $8 HB EC This is a large-format book with poster-like spreads of rescue machines. Written simply for young children there are facts about vehicles such as an airport fire truck; a heavy rescue truck; a snowmobile and rescue sled; a fire-fighting helicopter, an offshore lifeboat and a rescue hovercraft. A little boy’s delight! Highly recommended! 5-11 YO http://www.infibeam.com/Books/info/CAROLINE-BINGHAM/BIG-BOOK-OF-RESCUE-VEHICLES-THE-STRONGEST/0789454548.html
Look Inside Cross-Sections “Rescue Vehicles” (Hans Jenssen) $4 PB VGC Are you interested in how things work? Well if so then this is a really great book for you as you can plunge deep into the complex world of rescue vehicles, observing how they work, and how they are suited to their particular jobs. As with all the other books in the 'DK Cross Sections' series this one is really very informative and educational, telling you in detail how different rescue vehicles work. In total the book covers twelve different rescue vehicles; a police car, a fire engine, a fire boat, an Atlantic 21, a Sea King, a Range Rover, an oilfield, a life boat, an ambulance, a paramedic bike, a water bomber, and finally forms of rescue back in history. Each vehicle is accompanied with an extremely detailed drawing which is split in different places to reveal what is inside. There is also in depth labels and annotations explaining what the object does etc. 7-14 YO http://www.amazon.ca/Rescue-Vehicles-Louisa-Somerville/dp/1564588793
CARS, BIKES, DIGGERS & CRANES, TRAINS
Usborne “Things On Wheels” (Kate Little) $2 PB VGC Picture information books to help answer young children's questions about the world around them. Great simple mechanics of how a car operates. 6-9 YO http://www.paperbackswap.com/book/details/9780746000908-Finding+Out+About+Things+on+Wheels
Look Inside Cross-Sections “Cars” (Alan Austin) $4 PB VGC Give children X-ray eyes with these amazingly detailed illustrated books. Each subject is torn apart to reveal all its inner workings. Guides the enthusiast through the thousands of complex parts that make up cars both vintage and modern and explains how each part functions. Each vehicle is accompanied with an extremely detailed drawing which is split in different places to reveal what is inside. There is also in depth labels and annotations explaining what the object does etc. 7-14 YO http://www.amazon.co.uk/Cars-Look-Inside-Cross-Sections-Austin/dp/1564586812
Oxford Reds “Cars” (May) $2 PB EC (Ex lib) All about the types of cars since their invention with a simple, lively text and richly coloured, realistic illustrations. Oxford Reds is a new series for beginning confident readers. It contains clear type, simple sentence structures, information boxes, contents page, alphabetical glossary and parents' and teachers' notes. These books will appeal particularly to the beginner reader who prefers factual information to a story.
Investigate “Racing Cars” (Judith Simpson) $3 PB EC Investigate" is a series of six informative and illustrated books that encourages younger readers to read about a range of topics whilst absorbing historical, scientific and general facts. This book invites children to find out about racing cars. Gorgeous paintings and recreations, recommended! 7-11 YO https://www.alibris.com/search/books/qwork/5517321/used/Racing%20cars
DK Racers And Roadsters (Mary Atkinson) $5 HB EC Featuring an amazing pop-up race car that comes right off the page! Take a look at lots of cars – some slow, some fast – from an everyday hatchback and a shiny police car, to a rugged rally car and a high speed Formula 1 racer. 4-9 YO http://cgi.cafr.ebay.ca/POP-OUT-RACE-AWAY-Racers-and-Roadsters-pop-up-book-cars_W0QQitemZ110237924572QQihZ001QQcategoryZ279QQcmdZViewItem
The Fantastic Fold-Out Book Of Motor Racing (Jon Kirkwood) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) Examines the background and history of car racing and the construction, operation, and maintenance of the vehicles used. A detailed fold-out shows a cross-section of a car, how it works, and what gives it its speed. 10+ http://product.half.ebay.com/The-Fantastic-Book-of-Car-Racing_W0QQprZ233289QQtgZinfo
Snapping-Turtle Guide “The History Of Automobiles” (David Corbett) $5 PB EC Part of The History Of series, Automobiles traces the history of motoring dating right back to the earliest horseless carriages through to the concept of cars for the future. A fantastic, comprehensive text, accompanied by unique archive photographs designed to equip the reader with an excellent working knowledge of the world’s most successful form of transport and its evolution from Karl Benz’s motor-wagon to supersonic thrust. Highly recommended! Gorgeous book! 9+ http://www.amazon.com/History-Automobiles-Snapping-Turtle-Guides/dp/1860070744
The Usborne Book Of Cutaway Cars (Clive Gifford) $5 PB VGC Amazingly detailed cutaway illustrations and photographs with clear text to explain the principles behind how cars work. This informative series featuring favourite subjects brings the excitement of discovery to curious readers. Enhanced by full-colour photographs, stunningly realistic artwork, cutaway diagrams and amusing illustrations, this book will mesmerise and engage children of various ages! 8-13 YO http://www.alibris.co.uk/search/books/qwork/1442018/used/Cutaway%20cars
Monster Machines “Racing Cars” (David Jefferis) $4 HB VGC (Ex lib) Readers are introduced to the fascinating world of big machines with five titles that describe the history and technology behind high-performance machines. Eyewitness accounts and mini-projects keep beginning readers involved as they learn technical terms, as well as key facts and figures. Contains a table of contents, list of useful words and an index. 8+ http://www.alibris.com/search/books/isbn/0739828800
Monster Machines “Super Bikes” (David Jefferis) $4 HB VGC (Ex lib) The story of super bikes and what they do. A high interest level book - excellent for older, less able readers. Fascinating fact boxes contain a wealth of further information. Interesting and fun projects allow children to experience the science behind the technology. Striking full-colour illustrations and clear diagrams draw the reader into the world of science. Contains a table of contents, list of useful words and an index. 8+ http://www.alibris.com/search/books/qwork/6460828/used/Super%20bikes
Speedy Machines “Bikes” (Vic Parker) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) Designed to appeal to young enthusiasts of modern transport and speed, this book takes the reader into the world of fast bikes. Discover which machines are record-breakers, and take a look at the bikes of the future. "Fast Fact" boxes offer information on races, design and history. Clear, simple text and great illustrations. 7-10 YO http://www.amazon.co.uk/Bikes-Speedy-Machines-Victoria-Parker/dp/1841380083
Cutaway Trucks (Jon Kirkwood) $4 HB GC (Ex lib) Examines different types of trucks, how they work, how they are used, and the people who drive them. Cross-sections and cutaways dramatically reveal the complex technology behind today's trucks. 5-10 YO http://www.alibris.com/search/books/qwork/8743026/used/Cutaway%20Book:%20Trucks
Usborne Book Of “Diggers And Cranes” (Caroline Young) $3 PB VGC The inside working of lots of big machines are explained in simple words and pictures. Filled with stunning, realistic illustrations with lots of cutaways and explanatory diagrams. 5-10 YO http://www.alibris.com/search/books/qwork/6963406/used/Usborne%20Book%20of%20Diggers%20and%20Cranes
Kingfisher How Things Work “Cranes, Dump Trucks, Bulldozers And Other Building Machines” (Terry Jennings) $5 PB BRAND NEW Here's a lively look at large building machines. It discusses how roads are made, shows how levers and pulleys help us move heavy loads, explains what a cement mixer has to do with Archimedes, and much more. How and why each type of machine works is explained, and many of the illustrations are cut away to show what the machines are like inside. Simple experiments and activities are included. 7-11 YO http://www.amazon.com/Cranes-Dump-Trucks-Bulldozers-Building/dp/1856978656
How Science Works “Trucks, Tractors And Cranes” (Bryson Gore) $4 HB VGC (Ex lib) outlines the basic science theory behind construction vehicles. Each chapter contains diagrams and cutaway artwork that reveals simply and clearly how everything from a truck to a huge crane works. The book contains instructions and plans for a fully working crane model. 7-11 YO http://www.amazon.co.uk/Trucks-Tractors-Cranes-Science-Works/dp/0749647310
I Didn’t Know That Some Trains Run On Water And Other Amazing Facts About Rail Transport (Kate Petty) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) Loaded with fascinating facts and colourful drawings, these titles will prove useful and fun for students. Provides information about different types of trains, including steam locomotives, electric trains, trams, and modern high-speed trains. Projects are simple enough to be done without adult supervision. Search-and-find activities sprinkled throughout the texts will be popular with today's Where's Waldo? loving crowd. Bold lettering (interspersed black pages have white print) is easy on readers' eyes. Italicized words appear in the appended glossaries. These titles are designed to instil interest in students and, as such, they are fine starting points for further learning. 5-9 YO http://www.amazon.co.uk/Some-Trains-Water-Didnt-Know/dp/0749653604
Usborne Beginner’s Knowledge “Railways & Trains” (Caroline Young) $4 PB GC (Cover creases) A fascinating insight into how trains were made and developed through the ages. Wonderful illustrations with maps, diagrams and cutaway sections. This book never leaves our son’s side!! Highly recommended! 7-11 YO http://www.alibris.com/search/books/qwork/5530434/used/Railways%20&%20Trains
BOATS, SHIPS & SUBMARINES
Look Inside Cross-Sections “Ships” (Moira Butterfield) $5 PB VGC (Name on inturn) From sailboats to ships with powerful engines, this shaped board book gives kids a look at a variety of watercraft. Give children X-ray eyes with these amazingly detailed illustrated books! Each subject is torn apart to reveal all its inner workings. Which famous ship, sunk for more than 400 years, was raised in 1982? Why was the Pilgrim ship Mayflower so crowded? What would you find inside a World War II aircraft carrier? Children love to read about big machines, and these guides will satisfy their curiosity hour after hour. 7-11 YO http://www.amazon.com/Inside-Cross-Sections-Ships-Moira-Butterfield/dp/0785767886
Kingfisher Kaleidoscopes “Ships And Boats” (Pierre Marchand) $6 HB ECKingfisher Kaleidoscopes challenge the very nature of a book, taking you on an unforgettable journey beyond the boundary of art and science. Explore and discover the fascinating world of ships and boats with this stunning toolbox of special effects including acetate overlays, boat building plans, fold-out flaps and cutaway pages. This comprehensive book examines all things nautical from the first raft to submarines, covering everything from the earliest boats and pioneering navigators to mermaids, pirates and modern sea-rescue. Highly recommended! 7-11 YO
Worldwise “Ships” (Daisy Kerr, David Salariya) $5 HB EC (Ex lib), $4 PB EC A lovely picture book providing an introductory look at the designs and uses of all kinds of ships and boats from early rafts and sailing vessels to modern submarines and cargo ships. This series covers a wide range of subjects and is presented in the wonderful David Salaryia style! These books will broaden children's understanding and appreciation of the world around them, and provide answers to a host of intriguing questions. 6-10 YO http://www.alibris.com/booksearch?qwork=6058875&matches=7&author=Kerr%2C+Daisy&browse=1&cm_sp=works*listing*title
Picture Library “Warships” (C.J. Norman) $2 HB VGC (Ex lib) Introduces different types of naval warships with lots of colour photos and large, simple text for the younger reader. Includes index and glossary. 6-9 YO
Snapping-Turtle Guide “The History Of Warships” (Iain MacKenzie) $5 PB EC Unveils the fascinating story of formidable fighting ships through the ages. Informative text combined with unique archive photography enables the reader to gain an extensive and insightful look at the history of naval warfare, from Viking longships to the aircraft carriers of the present day. 9+ http://www.amazon.co.uk/History-Warships-Snapping-Turtle-Guides/dp/1860070264
How Things Work “How Floating Machines Work” (Ian Graham) $6 HB BRAND NEW, $4 PB EC The book focuses on floating machines, including canoes and racing yachts, jet-skis, hydrofoils, submersibles and lifeboats, and discusses how and why they work, each spread developing the information presented in the previous one. Simple experiments are included to give children a chance to see for themselves how the machines work. This is one of a series which examines the science that underlies objects in the world around us. Fantastic illustrations! 8-12 YO
Start-Up Science “Floating And Sinking” (Jack Challoner) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) Simple activities introduce the qualities of things that float in water, the difference between floating and swimming, and how balloons and airships stay up in the air. A great beginner’s science book with activities and experiments to enhance learning. 6- 9 YO http://www.amazon.co.uk/Floating-Sinking-Start-Up-Science-Challoner/dp/0817264868
Science Factory “Water & Boats: Easy-To-Make Science Experiments” (Jon Richards) $4 HB VGC (Ex lib) Contains a carefully planned series of projects and experiments that can be readily made by the reader. The individual projects have been de signed to help the understanding of boats and properties of water. 8-12 YO
http://www.infibeam.com/Books/info/Jon-Richards/Water-Boats/140423909X.html
Science Workshop “Water, Paddles & Boats: Easy To Make Science Experiments” (Pam Robson) $4 HB VGC Suggests projects to explore the properties of water and ways of putting them to use for floating and energy. Exciting hands-on experiments and projects explore scientific principles; superb colour photography.
Fold Your Own Boats: 12 Nautical Models To Make, Race And Sail (Campbell Morris) $3 PB GC Instructions for a canoe, a catamaran, an aircraft carrier, pirate ship, ocean liner and many more. 5+ http://db.origami.com/book_contents.asp?BookID=184
The Picture World Of Submarines (R.J. Stephen) $2 HB GC (Ex lib) Taken from a series which uses photographs and simple text to illustrate popular topics, this book looks at submarines. It examines the role of various types of submarine in modern warfare, their different capabilities and looks at the life of a submariner. Lots of photos. 6-10 YO
The Inside Story “Nuclear Submarine” (Mike Rossiter) $3 HB VGC Introduces aspects of the atomic submarine and describes its use as a weapon in naval warfare, including ways of retaliating against it. Simple, logical and involving, the stories give a colourful and immediate insight into the marvels of jet flight the nuclear submarine. The series explains in detail the main principles of "how-it-works." 9+ http://www.bennettbooksofoklahoma.com/?page=shop/flypage&product_id=5187&keyword=mike+rossiter&searchby=author&offset=0&fs=1&CLSN_1177=120960694411770ef84acecd11e2fc7b
The World Of Submarines (Walter Stackpool) $3 HB EC Lots of great illustrations and simple text covering the development of subs from the earliest wooden versions to the later models. 9+
See Inside “A Submarine” (R.J. Unstead) $3 PB VGC Discusses early submarines, how a nuclear submarine works, life on and off duty in a nuclear sub, disasters and rescue operations, and a possible craft of the future. 9+ http://cgi.ebay.com/R-J-UNSTEAD-See-inside-An-oil-rig-and-tanker-p-b_W0QQitemZ250241991767QQihZ015QQcategoryZ1093QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD2VQQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1638Q2em122 (Same format)
See Inside “An Oil Rig And Tanker” (R.J. Unstead) $3 PB EC (Ex school lib) Text and illustrations describe the physical layout, operations, and personnel of a drilling platform or oil rig, production platform, and oil tanker. 9+ http://cgi.ebay.com/R-J-UNSTEAD-See-inside-An-oil-rig-and-tanker-p-b_W0QQitemZ250241991767QQihZ015QQcategoryZ1093QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD2VQQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1638Q2em122
Picture Library “Oil Rigs” (RJ Stephen) $2 HB GC (Ex lib) Photographs and clear, simple text examine how oil rigs are used to drill for oil on land and at sea. Good for younger children 6-9 YO.
PLANES & FLIGHT
How Things Work “Astonishing Aircraft” (Steve Setford) $6 HB EC Discover the fascinating ins and outs of a huge range of machines, gadgets, aircraft and other types of transport. Beautifully detailed cutaway artwork shows the inner workings of more than a hundred things and clear, expertly written text explains the secrets of what makes them tick. Profusely illustrated in colour, a little boy’s delight! Recommended! 6-11 YO
How Science Works “Planes And Other Aircraft” (Nigel Hawkes) $5 PB EC (Ex lib) This text first outlines the basic science of flight then has separate chapters tackling the problems of how to get into the air, engines, aircraft design and controls. Each chapter contains diagrams and cutaway artwork. A fantastic resource! 7-11 YO http://www.amazon.com/Planes-Other-Aircraft-Science-Works/dp/076133260X
Monster Machines “Jets” (David Jefferis) $3 HB EC (Ex lib) Focusing on jets, this book is one of a series which aims to explain the scientific principles of today's transport technology from super-jets to space ships. It offers fact boxes and fun projects to allow children to experience the science behind the technology. 7-11 YO https://www.alibris.com/search/books/qwork/3430025/used/Jets
Aeroplanes (Walter Stackpool) $3 HB VGC A highly graphic older style book by this famous author/illustrator. Highlights planes from all eras of the aviation industry’s history with a large, colourful illustration and simple facts about that plane. These include: the Tiger Moth, Piper, Hercules, Douglas, Fokker, Mirage, Concord, Boeing and many more aircraft. 7-11 YO
My First Library “Air Travel” (Robin Kerrod) $2 HB EC Explains the basic principles of flight, how airports are run, and what happens behind the scenes to make our air journeys speedy and safe. The last part of the book takes the child on an imaginary plane journey, explaining all the things that happen during the trip. Great illustrations, clear, simple text. 7-11 YO
Behind The Scenes: Flying The Atlantic (Peter Mellett) $4 HB EC (Ex lib) Discusses various aspects of a jet plane flight across the Atlantic, including checking in as a passenger, activities of the crew, dealing with the weather and landing. Describes and illustrates the sequence of events, people, and technology necessary for a successful plane flight. Two-page spreads discuss various aspects of the preparations and ride. Each chapter begins with an introductory paragraph in bold print; other paragraphs are scattered among the illustrations. Cross sections and other drawings, including that of the instrument panel, are quite detailed.
Snapping-Turtle Guides “The History Of Fighter Planes” (Bill Gunston) $5 PB EC Readers can trace the history of fighter planes from the earliest biplanes to today's jet fighters. This authoritative look at planes, pilots, weapons, and how the role of the fighter plane has changed in warfare contains more than eighty colour illustrations and an index. 10+ http://www.amazon.com/Fighter-Planes-History-Bill-Gunston/dp/0764106457
Fighter Planes (Jay Schleifer) $2 HB EC (Ex lib) Traces the history of fighter aircraft, focusing on the most significant models of the major world powers, and describes the "dream planes" of the future. 9+ http://www.alibris.com/booksearch?qwork=2304380&matches=14&author=Schleifer%2C+Jay&browse=1&cm_sp=works*listing*title
On The Move “The Story Of A Helicopter” (Angela Royston) $3 PB EC Part of a new series for young children which examines different machines, these books take a "day in the life of" format. Through simple text and colourful drawings, they show how each machine is used. 4-9 YO. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Story-Helicopter-Move-Angela-Royston/dp/0862725372 (Cover a little different)
Science Projects “Experiments With Flight” (Frank McCormick) $4 HB VGC (Ex lib) The text consists of a set of well-set-out experiments and projects which require simple and inexpensive equipment and materials. The first set of activities, covering the principles of gravity, thrust, drag and lift, precedes an examination of how to make a variety of "flying machines".8-12 YO
Pure Rocket Science Action Pack (Julian Rowe) $4 PB EC Bursting with information, this fun-filled 24-page book introduces the young reader to the wonderful world of rocket science. Using everyday materials easily available from around the home, budding rocket scientists will be able to set some incredible contraptions into the air using the step-by-step instructions and full colour illustration. They will also be able to learn the theories behind why their rockets work by reading the fact-filled pages. 10+ http://www.amazon.co.uk/Pure-Rocket-Science-Action-Packs/dp/1842290800
Advanced Paper Aircraft Construction: More Easy-To-Make Flyable Models (Campbell Morris) $3 PB VGC Make an Air Hopper, Stunt Flyer, Elasto-kinetic Jet Sling Shooter, Stingray Glider, Winded Keel Glider, Starfighter, Stunt Glider, Runaway Skimmer, Dart Attack, Dive Bomber, Heliglider and Space Shuttle. With aerodynamics, origami and imagination you can create exciting new models that will fly, glide, spin and dive and definitely dazzle those around you. 7-12 YO http://www.amazon.com/Advanced-Paper-Aircraft-Construction-follow/dp/0207145024
Make Your Own Jet Plane: Model To Assemble (Sally Lindley) $4 PB EC This book contains information and histories of jet plane models, a glossary, and detailed instructions on building your own model jet plane with the enclosed heavy stock cut outs. 6+ http://www.biblio.com/books/4024531.html
Flying Toys: A Green Hobby That’s Lots Of Fun (Kenneth Sams) $4 PB EC Aerodynamically designed to spin through the air, the flying toys featured in this book are of various shapes and sizes. They are easy to make and to fly, and they cost very little to make. Materials needed include paper, plastic film and ribbon, and full instructions are given. Any age. http://www.amazon.com/Flying-Toys-Green-Hobby-Milner/dp/1863510389
Hotshot Paper Planes Kit $6 PB EC Many, many planes to fold and fly. Brightly coloured tear-out sheets with a separate design for each plane. Step-by-step diagrams to follow and stickers to embellish the planes even further! Highly recommended! 7-12 YO
Kites: Twelves Easy-To-Make High Fliers (Norma Dixon) $4 HB VGC (Ex lib) Step-by-step instructions lead readers from gathering materials to decorating and launching their very own kites. Beautiful full-colour diagrams enhance the text, which includes tips on launching and flying safety. From classic two-stick and box kites to serpent and fighter kites, there's a project here to keep everyone flying high. http://www.amazon.com/Kites-Twelve-Easy-Make-Fliers/dp/0688144896