Fairy tale science

"Hansel and Gretel trapped the evil witch in the oven, but people also sometimes use traps to catch animals. Includes an activity to build your own trap, fun facts, and an 'In the Real World' special feature"--Provided by publisher.

"In the story of Rapunzel, the prince had to climb Rapunzel's hair to reach the top of the tower, but a pulley system would have been easier to use. Describes how pulleys work, and their uses. Includes a project to build your own pulley system and 'In the Real World' examples"--Provided by publisher.

"Jack was able to grow a giant beanstalk using magic seeds, but anyone can grow a regular beanstalk at home. Includes step-by-step instructions, . . . facts, and a 'In the Real World' special feature"--Provided by publisher.

"The Billy Goats Gruff had to outsmart the troll to cross a bridge, but could have avoided him entirely if they had built a raft. This book discusses the science of rafts, including a project to build and test your own raft, and includes an 'In the Real World' feature"--Provided by publisher.

"The three little pigs stayed safe from the big bad wolf by hiding in a house that could withstand his huffing and puffing. This books examines the science behind strong buildings that can withstand forces like powerful winds. Includes an activity, fun facts, and an 'In the Real World' special feature"--Provided by publisher.

"The gingerbread man was eaten by a fox because he couldn't use a bridge to cross the river. This book includes a project on how to build a bridge and the science behind them. Includes . . . facts and a 'In the Real World' special feature"--Provided by publisher.

"Jack was able to grow a giant beanstalk using magic seeds, but anyone can grow a regular beanstalk at home. Includes step-by-step instructions, fun facts, and a'"In the Real World' special feature"--Provided by the publisher.