Amazing Leonardo da Vinci Inventions You Can Build Yourself

Amazing Leonardo da Vinci Inventions You Can Build Yourself by Maxine Anderson

From armored tanks and gliders to "plastic glass" and drawing machines, this interactive book explores the incredible mind of Leonardo da Vinci through hands-on building projects and activities. Most of Leonardo's inventions were never made in his lifetime and remained sketches in his famous notebooks; kids examine some of these original sketches and learn about the models he made of his inventions. From there they delve into detailed step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and templates for each project, which are interspersed with historical facts, biographical anecdotes, and trivia. Most of the building can be done using simple household supplies: construction paper, tape, markers, glue, cardboard tubes, aluminum foil, and cardboard boxes. Background about the Renaissance as a period of remarkable achievement in art and science appears throughout the book. 

Book Details:

• Number of Pages: 128
• Book Size: 8" x 10"
• Book Type: Paperback
• Recommended Ages: 8 and up
• ISBN 10: 0974934429
• ISBN 13: 978-0974934426

Book Condition:

• This book is brand new and is in perfect condition. 

"Anderson regales us with tales of Leonardo's brilliant, often mischievous nature, and the nearly unfathomable range of his inventions." - The New York Times Book Review

 "Will keep the kids occupied with constructive activities and is sure to spur on their own creative inventions." - Old Schoolhouse Magazine

Why We Love It

This book inspires children to think creatively!

Think Outside the Book

To enhance your learning experience, we've provided links below to educational websites regarding the subject matter of this book... we've done the research for you! 

Museum of Science - The Museum of Science in Boston, Massachusetts has an extensive online Leonardo exhibition, complete with experiments, activities, and quizzes.