Pocket Flyers Paper Airplane Book

by Ken Blackburn, Jeff Lammers

First the big planes got their turn, and they've made the most of it: The World Record Paper Airplane Book and Kids' Paper Airplane Book together have over a million copies in print, and they're still soaring. But now they've got a new little sibling: Pocket flyers Paper Airplane Book, a flyaway impulse book if ever there was one. Developed by the same team of Ken Blackburn and Jeff Lammers, Pocket Flyers Paper Airplane Book features 12 Lilliputian-size models, for a total of 74 planes. The models are about one-quarter the size of the planes in the previous books and are designed with original full-color graphics. There are easy folding instructions for each, as well as special tips on how to fly smaller aircraft. The portable package and its planes are perfect for small spaces: the office, the den, the back of the minivan, drinking establishments. The obsessed among us will try to establish a mini plane world record. The rest of us will be content to just fly these flashy Piper cubs of paper from one side of the room to the other. And with the Microjet, Angelfish, Flying Sneaker, Gargoyle, and Dragonfly, there promises to be a lot of contentment.

210,000 copies in print.

160 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1998

Reviews

[Kailey (Luminous Libro)]

This book has sixty-nine colorful airplane designs with clear instructions on how to fold each paper plane. I was amazed at the variety of the designs and how detailed and colorful the artwork is. There are planes that look like butterflies, aliens, bombers, and all kinds of interesting things.

There are several different ways to fold the planes as well. There are rotor planes that spin, and diving planes that will swoop up and down, and gliders that will stay up for long periods of time.

The instructions have illustrations that show each step and where to fold along the dotted lines. It's easy to follow and simple to put together. There are also flying tips that tell you how to launch the paper planes, and how to bend the paper to get the best flying results.

This is such a fun book, and I can't wait to try out dozens of these beautiful paper airplanes!

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.

[Tena]

OK, I have to gloat! I won this in a GOODREADS giveaway. Awesome color, sturdy stock paper, very easy but detailed origami-esqe instructions. So much fabulous fun in this not as tiny as it looks book. Get one for everyone on your Christmas list. But, don't wait, get one for yourself now... (insert me humming "TOPGUN" theme music here then shouting, "DANGERZONE".... yes, I'm playing with a few of them now; Cats and kids are ducking for cover!)

[Misty]

Cute book. Great fun for the family.