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!