Kids of all ages can now explore hands-on learning with Howtoons, a unique guide created by Saul Griffith, PhD, New York Times bestselling artist Nick Dragotta, and toy designer Ingrid Dragotta. Published by Image Comics, this award-winning book blends storytelling, science, and engineering in a fun, comic-style format.
Perfect for homeschooling, Montessori classrooms, and STEM or STEAM programs, Howtoons features more than 50 kid-tested projects. Each activity transforms everyday items into exciting learning tools.
Follow siblings Celine and Tucker as they’re challenged to “make something other than trouble.” Their adventures inspire creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving through play. Every project teaches real-world science and engineering principles, designed to spark curiosity and encourage exploration.
Use Howtoons to teach physics with paper rockets, explore kinetic energy through DIY toys, or inspire independent thinking with tinkering challenges. It’s a complete resource for turning trash into tools and ideas into action.
This project collection helps children:
- Build and invent with recycled materials
- Understand real science and engineering concepts
- Explore STEAM learning through comics, art, and play
- Strengthen independence, creativity, and problem-solving skills
- Experience project-based learning perfect for families and co-ops
The creators behind Howtoons bring unmatched expertise. Dr. Saul Griffith, a MacArthur “Genius Grant” recipient, holds a Ph.D. from MIT and has led research for NASA, DARPA, and the National Science Foundation. He founded Rewiring America, a nonprofit focused on climate solutions, and created companies like Instructables.com and Otherlab. His lifelong mission is to make innovation and sustainability accessible to everyone.
With Howtoons, learning isn’t just educational — it’s an adventure.
