Become an expert flyer with 16 amazing airplane designs and fun aviation facts from the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum—for kids ages 8-12! Prepare for takeoff with the Smithsonian Book of Paper Airplanes, which includes 16 designs inspired by planes in the Smithsonian's collections with fully illustrated, easy-to-follow instructions. * 48 tear out sheets—3 per airplane for triple the fun and to master the practice * Information on ideal materials, folding basics, throwing techniques, modifications, and tricks * Paper Airplane Pilot’s Log to track flights * National Air and Space Museum How Things Fly Champion Certificate * Callout boxes with illuminating flight facts and activities to test the science behind paper airplanes Take a break from screens and experience the satisfaction of folding a paper airplane and watching it soar. Smithsonian Book of Paper Airplanes is creative and fun for the whole family!