Getting an Idea off the Ground The crowd was quiet. The wings felt strong on his back. He ran towards the edge of the cliff. Faster and faster ?his arms flapping... Daredevil or crazy? Who were these people trying to fly like birds? It took hundreds...

How Did They Think of That? It’s gooey like rubber. It bounces and it stretches. Play with it, or use it to take dog hair off the furniture. It’s Silly Putty. The name is a bit of a giveaway because, just as it sounds, Silly Putty wasn’t invented...

The WackyWorld of Inventions There’s no doubt about it. Some people have crazy ideas for inventions. Is it your job to clear the table of dirty dishes after dinner? Then you need a “dishwashing dinner table” There’s no need to clear away the mess...