Flight

Children's Literature - Dr. Judy Rowen

Part of the "Young Scientist Concepts & Projects" series, this book teaches the principles of flight such as lift and drag through clear text, photographs, diagrams and hands-on activities. The layout is attractive and inviting. Diagrams are interspersed whenever helpful, such as explaining how gliders ride thermal air currents. The hands-on activities include a materials list, and all required items are generally easily acquired. Photographs of children making the projects help clarify the instructions. Many will take more patience than might be expected from the target age-preparation by a teacher or parent may avoid frustration and boredom. In addition to teaching the mechanics of airplane flight, sections explore the flight of birds and insects, the history of flight, rockets, hot air balloons, and more. This book will be a useful addition to a science classroom and will also be enjoyed at home by children enamored with the possibility of taking to the skies.