Kites

Kites
ISBN-10
1869614062
ISBN-13
9781869614065
Series
Kites
Category
Juvenile Fiction
Pages
25
Language
English
Published
2001
Publisher
Nelson Thornes
Author
Cheryl Jakab

Description

Kite-flting is fun, and many kite festivals are held all around the world to celebrate the wonder of the kite. kites have a long history in Asia and the Pacific. Kites have performed important roles in the history of technology. Information includes the different parts of a kite, the aerodynamics of a kite and how to fly a kite in a variety of conditions, as well as safety rules. Children can make a simple diamond kite by following the step-by-step instructions and learn about the variety of modern kites available today.

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