Tara Binns - Crash Test Genius: Volume 2 is the second inspiring book in the Tara Binns series from author Lisa Rajan, continuing the mission of "giving little girls big ideas" . This beautifully illustrated 32-page paperback, published in 2015 by Cavendish Keble Ltd, follows the practical, resilient, and inventive young heroine on another magical adventure .
The story begins when Tara opens her dressing-up box in the attic and is magically transported into an exciting new role. This time, she becomes a crash test engineer—a specialist who conducts safety tests to ensure car airbags work properly and experiments with innovative ideas for vehicle safety . When a sudden accident occurs, Tara gets a brilliant idea that could make bumps, thumps, trips, and falls a LOT more fun! .
Throughout her adventure, Tara learns how the application of science benefits everyone and is inspired to invent a new concept of her own . The book teaches young readers about physics, teamwork, and the importance of safety while showcasing a female lead excelling in a STEM career .
Written in bright, snappy prose and brought to life by illustrator Eerika Omiyale's whimsical, colorful artwork, this book offers an engaging adventure that celebrates bravery, quick thinking, kindness, and the pursuit of dreams—regardless of gender .
