Haynes, the U.K.-based publisher of those DIY auto-repair manuals every gearhead swears by, has rolled out a completely different brand of how-to guide in its Haynes 4 Kids line. The Pirate Manual and The Spy Manual both feature a number of themed projects -- from pirate telescopes to secret-agent toolkits -- for kids to build, but they're also packed with historical details and rainy-day games, all of which are presented in a wry, simple fashion designed to hook kids ages 7 and up.
£12.99 each from Haynes Online.
