50 Dangerous Things (You Should Let Your Children Do)

What's growing up without a little danger? In today's world, where children are (), strapped in, and kept away from any possible threat, Gever Tulley offers a radical concept for parents:

Teach your children about safety by helping them learn to navigate risk.

In 50 Dangerous Things, you will find plenty of exciting ways for your children to ex*Aplore the world around them. With fun facts and easy-to-follow instructions that guide you through such childlike challenges as playing with fire and mastering the somersault, this book will inspire the whole house-hold to embrace a little danger.

Includes:
*Activies, Like Deconstructing an Appliance
*Skills, Like Walking a Tightrope
*Projects, Like Melting Glass
*Experiences, Like Tasting Electricity

And if you're wondering why you should let your child take apart an appliance or walk a tightrope, there's a whole section explaining the merits of every topic.