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Adapted, in moderation, for American customs in this edition (cricket is gone, rugby remains; conkers are out, Navajo Code Talkers in), The Dangerous Book is a guide book for dads as well as their sons, as a reminder of lore and technique that have not yet been completely lost to the digital age. Recall the adventures of Scott of the Antarctic and the Battle of the Somme, relearn how to palm a coin, tan a skin, and, most charmingly, wrap a package...
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Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Helicopters and airplanes arent the only aircraft launching to the skies anymore. Thousands of recreational drones are launched every day. Whether owners make their own drones or buy them, recreational drone use shows no signs of slowing down. Young readers will learn all about these UAVs and the rules those flying them need to follow.
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The Countryman Press, a division of W.W. Norton & Company
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Fidget spinners, slime, and other sensory toys have spiked in popularity for their ability to calm anxieties and improve concentration. In an age where children have ample amounts of screen time, gooey, stretchy, and bumpy projects are a fun, educational way to engage their senses. From fake snow and edible finger paint, to sensory balloons and rainbow foam, these anti-fidget DIYs will keep kids entertained and learning by working with their hands....
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Chicago Review Press
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
"As a budding spy, what better way to conceal your clandestine activities than to miniaturize your secret agent arsenal? Hide a mini catapult in a breath mint tin. Turn a Tic Tac case into vest-pocket candy shooter. Or transform a milk jug cap onto a fake wristwatch that launches tiny paper darts. Toy designer and author John Austin provides detailed, step-by-step instructions with diagrams to show James Bondiacs how to build 35 different spy weapons...
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Skyhorse Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
Parents today have a host of digital instruments at their disposal. These brightly lit devices come fully stocked with apps targeting kids, providing easy activities for those ���in-between��� moments. But parents shouldn���t have to pull out their iPhones every time they need to make dinner or finish a work project. The crafts and activities in this book will encourage creativity, help youngsters develop problem-solving skills,...
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Heinemann Raintree
Pub. Date
[2015]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Discusses how entertainment has changed since the 1950s, including how did grandparents have fun, how did people listen to music in the 1950s, when did color television become popular, and what toys were popular in the 1970s.
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ReferencePoint Press, Inc
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Major innovations are around the corner that will transform the entertainment experience from one of observation to one of full immersion of the senses. Researchers are rushing to developing the next generation of theme parks, ultra high definition movies, virtual reality toys and video games, and augmented reality displays which will revolutionize what people see, hear, and feel.