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Rubber Band Engineer
Learn how to create small weapons, flying toys, and other cool projects with the help of this creative instruction guide. Lance Akiyama, a young engineer, shows the reader how to make these projects with step-by-step illustrations and instructions. All of these projects require the purchase and use of rubber bands, as well as plenty of other nick knacks and supplies. Most of the required items are common and easy to find at a local store. Let your creativity run free with the ideas found in this book, and use the featured ideas to create your own creations. 144 pgs, pb. ~ Brianna
Shooting far, flying high, and delivering way more exciting results than expected are the goals of the gadgets in Rubber Band Engineer. Discover unexpected ways to turn common materials into crafty contraptions that range from surprisingly simple to curiously complex.
In vivid color photos, you'll be guided on how to create slingshot rockets, unique catapults, and even hydraulic-powered machines. Whether you build one or all 19 of these designs, you'll feel like an ingenious engineer when you're through. Best of all, you don't need to be an experienced tinkerer to make any of the projects! All you need are household tools and materials, such as paper clips, pencils, paint stirrers, and ice pop sticks.
Grab your glue gun, pull out your pliers, track down your tape and paper clips, and get started on the challenging, fun, and rewarding journey toward becoming a rubber band engineer.
Product Format: | Paperback |
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Brand: | Rockport Publishers |
Author: | Lance Akiyama |
Grades: | 3-12 |
ISBN: | 9781631591044 |
Length in Inches: | 10 |
Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
Height in Inches: | 0.4375 |
Weight in Pounds: | 1.15 |