What Makes a Magnet?

Franklyn M. Branley’s classic text is seamlessly updated by NCTE Orbis Pictus Award Honoree Carolyn Cinami DeCristofano in this new edition of What Makes a Magnet? Featuring new artwork from True Kelley this easy-to-read bestselling picture book is full of fascinating activities and diagrams to help young readers learn all about magnets. How does a magnet work? Why does a magnet pick up a paper clip but not a leaf or a penny? How can the whole world be a magnet? Follow the step-by-step instructions about how to make your own magnet and then find out for yourself what makes a magnet!