That is not a problem with Run, which shows the experience of Aydin and his team as visual storytellers and the strength of Abrams ComicArts as a “comics-native” literary imprint in supporting this kind of work.

We’re creating a new methodology, a new academic standard for how these books are done.”īecause non-fiction graphic novels for middle grade and young adult readers are such a hot category in publishing, some publishers shortchange the artwork in the name of getting the book out quickly, or because they lack the editorial experience of working in the comics medium. “It’s difficult because you have to work in multiple dimensions, and having to do this as a team with other people rather than just sitting in a room collecting information to put words on a page. Giant, non-swallowable 1.“Doing non-fiction graphic novels requires a different kind of scholarship,” said Aydin.Spheres easily click onto the magnetic bars.Children learn principles of magnetism and physics, develop fine motor skills.Magnetic Ball Run includes 71 colorful SmartMax pieces: The non-swallowable 1.8 inch diameter metal balls and sonic-welded bars meet the toughest safety requirements.Ĭreativity spins quickly as little hands get a down-hill start to fine motor development with the SmartMax Mega Ball Run. The extra large pieces are easy for small children to manipulate.

'Let's do that again!'Ĭombining the wonders of magnetism and the world of construction in a way that's safe for young children, SmartMax creates open-ended construction kids are attracted to!Īnd with exceptionally easy-to-build, LARGE pieces, the excitement is instantaneous and safe. Tunnels and tubes create crazy twists and turns - Whoosh! The ball disappears through a bright tunnel, rolling in and out, down the slide, and across the carpet.Ĭhildren clap their hands and cheer with delight. From then on out, the fun escalates fast as kids get the balls rolling. With a click and magnetic snap, a sleek ball run is easily put together. Get into magnetic excitement where building is just as fun as playing!

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