About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling discouraged by a mistake or when their big ideas result in a bit of a mess. It is an ideal choice for the young tinkerer who needs to see that even the most chaotic failures can be met with humor and a fresh start. Norman Hunter, the creator of Professor Branestawm, brings his signature brand of whimsical, eccentric invention to this collection of stories. The book follows the hilarious mishaps of various oddball characters and their bizarre machines, emphasizing the joy of the creative process over the perfection of the result. Parents will appreciate how the stories validate the 'mad scientist' energy in many children while building a robust vocabulary through Hunter's clever, pun-filled wordplay. It is a lighthearted, absurdist read that turns scientific curiosity into a comedy of errors, perfect for kids aged 7 to 11 who enjoy a laugh-out-loud adventure.
