Find Out About Flight

For both humans and animals, wings are the quickest way to get around. A peregrine falcon’s dramatic dive makes it the swiftest creature on Earth. A jumbo jet’s engine makes it ten times faster than a boat or a train. This exciting and practical science book explains how insects, birds, bats and machines are able to fly, how wings and engines work, what flight is like in Space, and what the future may hold. Easy-to-do projects using everyday objects allow young scientists to discover the fantastic facts for themselves: make a miniature plane and a hot-air balloon, construct a kite, see how a propeller operates, turn a simple balloon into a hovercraft, and much more! Detailed photographs and diagrams accompany all the projects and illustrate the various aspects of flight, carrying young readers along on a thrilling journey through the world of air travel. Ideal for home or school use for ages 8 to 12 this fantastic book will give your child hours of entertainment. Find Out About … is a series for young readers who want to explore the wonderful world of science. Each books covers a different topic, bringing the subject to life with vibrant photographs, illustrations and diagrams.