Children’s / Teenage general interest: Handicrafts

Book SynopsisIn this guided collection, young crafters and artists will find step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs that will aid them in creating decorations and playful projects using elements they have designated for reuse or upcycling. Author and artist Stéphanie Boulay, known as Lucimari, opens with encouraging words that will inspire crafters to pay closer attention to their surroundings for materials that may otherwise be thrown away, such as cans, bottles, scraps of paper or felt, unused and mismatched yarn. You never know which materials may be given a second life! The projects featured throughout this fully illustrated book can be created as displayed on the page and may inspire future crafts. Types of creations include masks, figurines or toys, mobiles, desk organizers, and more.  

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Book SynopsisThis title helps you rediscover the lost world of ancient Central America, with 450 exciting pictures and 15 step-by-step projects. You can step back in time to Central America before the Spanish conquest and discover fascinating facts about the people who lived there. You can explore the cultures and beliefs of the Olmecs, Maya, Toltecs and Aztecs - the great cities they constructed, their astronomical knowledge, their use of medicine, and their insatiable drive for human sacrifice. It features 15 step-by-step projects that actively involve the reader in bringing the past to life - use a fan fit for an emperor, make a Maya backstrap loom, wear a mosaic mask, and create the amazing Aztec sun stone. More than 450 photographs and illustrations include diagrams, historical maps and a pictorial timeline. It is ideal for home or school use for 8- to 12-year-olds. History records the Aztecs and Maya as bloodthirsty warriors and priests who committed brutal acts of human sacrifice, yet this is not the whole story. Ancient Mesoamericans also formed close-knit family groups, made beautiful masks from jade and built breathtaking pyramids that are still standing today. A variety of easy-to-make projects enable you to recreate the past. You can build a Maya house or a pyramid temple, eat Aztec-style tortillas, wear a bat brooch, and enjoy the Mesoamerican board game of patolli.

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Book SynopsisThis book features 25 brilliant ideas, from pretty pots to scary monsters. It includes fabulous models to make yourself, from a space rocket to a secret treasure chest. All the techniques are fully explained - how to coil a snake pot, build a skyscraper or fix an elephant's trunk. It features step-by-step photographs that show you what to do. The projects use a range of different types of clay: non-hardening plastic material, clay that you bake in the oven, and material that dries on its own. It is ideal for 7- to 12-year-olds, with simple models to start off with and more sophisticated projects for older kids. Astound your friends with these weird and wonderful models! There are loads of ideas to try out, including people, animals, plants, ghosts, strange creatures and even a birthday cake. Some of the models use drying material, which hardens in about 24 hours without baking. Others use baking material, which is finished in an oven. Many of the projects use simple plastic material, which does not harden and can be reused. This is the best kind of clay for beginners. Use this to perfect your model-making skills, before moving on to more complex projects.After making a few of the models in this book, why not design some of your own? You could even write a story or a play using the characters and objects you have made. Be creative and you are bound to have lots of crafty fun with clay!

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Book SynopsisThis book contains easy decorations, food and games, shown step by step. Features: 16 simple yet imaginative activity projects for children to enjoy before and during a celebration; includes all the fun ingredients you need to make a great party - decorations such as paper chains and an arty party wall, games like a coconut shy and apple bobbing, and fantastic food such as a marzipan dinosaur cake and 'seven today' sandwiches; and, all the projects are explained in detail using safe techniques and everyday materials around the home. It is the perfect starter book for ages 3 to 7 years. Children possess an irrepressible sense of fun, as well as enormous energy and enthusiasm - what could be better than having a party! The fantastic activity projects in this book are specially designed for young children to do themselves. The 16 fabulous ideas cover all the different elements of the event - from decorating beforehand, to mid-party games and food, and end-of-party treasure hunts. From a Christmas hat to a crocodile tunnel, and from age badges to silly sandwiches, this book contains everything you need to have the best party ever!

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Book SynopsisThis title features 25 fantastic ideas for crafty and crazy conjuring. You can learn how to tie impossible knots, produce coins out of nowhere, read your friend's mind, suspend a hanky in mid-air, and predict the future! It is ideal for ages 7 to 12, with simple tricks to begin with, and more sophisticated illusions for master magicians. 25 brilliant ideas and over 250 clear photographs show you what to do every step of the way. It includes details about useful materials and equipment, as well as tips on presentation and performance style. It offers everything you need to know to put on your very own magic show - including a grand goodbye finale. Just saying the word 'magic' makes you feel that something wonderful is going to happen...and it will! How do we know this? Because author Nick Huckleberry Beak is a magician, and he is going to show you how to do some of the best and funniest conjuring tricks around. It takes just three things to make a magic show: an audience, a pocketful of good tricks and YOU! A great magician does not need flashy wands, fluffy bunnies or expensive magic sets. What you need is enthusiasm and practice.Almost all of the tricks in this book can be done using bits and pieces that you will find in your own home - from runaway ribbons to mysterious money. We know that you are going to have heaps of fun entertaining your friends and family with these illusions. But be warned: once you start, your audience will keep on asking for more!

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Book SynopsisThe complete guide to the best, snuggliest games, and how to make your gaming experience and environment as cosy as possible!

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Book Synopsis‘Tis the season to bake, craft, and celebrate! This kid-approved big book of Christmas ideas was created by the editors and Test Kitchen chefs at Good Housekeeping and is filled with super fun projects, recipes and activities that will keep kids enchanted (and busy!) all season long. Three chapters highlight holiday essentials - celebrating (Plan a Christmas movie marathon!), crafting (Discover creative gift wrapping and make a gift for everyone on your list!), and dozens of simple sweets. (Cookies for Santa Claus? We’ve got you covered!) Inside the ultimate holiday playbook for kids you'll find: Festive traditions from around the world to share with friends and family (Why do we decorate trees? What’s the story behind St. Nick?), Super-fun activities (Plan a Christmas movie marathon! Make your own advent calendar! Go on a holiday scavenger hunt! Create a Christmas time capsule with the family! ), Cute crafts you can make all on your own like DIY ornaments, garlands, and stockings. Recipes for yummy holiday treats - cookies, cakes, and of course, hot chocolate! This jam-packed book will keep you and your kids entertained this holiday and for many more to come.Trade Review“I can’t wait to share The Ultimate Kids Christmas Book with my art teacher!”–Amber, age 8 “So fun!”–Ellia, age 8 “This is the best book ever! I want to make all of the cookies and ornaments. There is so much fun stuff!” –Ethan, age 6“So much fun. I want to make this together for [my family] and Santa.”–Jacob, age 6"I think all the recipes sound AMAZING and the crafts sound fun. It will definitely keep families entertained....Some of the crafts can also be used as presents for your family, friends or teachers. I can’t wait to spend time with my family making some of the crafts and recipes."–Madeline, age 8"All the treats looked so delicious and the crafts looked so cool."–Maya, age 11“Very fun."–Yanna, age 8“My oldest, Vera (7.5 yo) has been planning our Christmas décor and treats since the moment she saw the book. We’ll be very busy this December!”–Eva, a happy parent“My 7 year old daughter loved the book! She loved the recipes, crafts, and the illustrations. This is a very festive book and it will be a perfect family book for the upcoming holiday season.”–Regina, a happy parent

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Book SynopsisGet ready to become a master of slime with these fifteen DIY recipes from YouTube sensation Karina Garcia! With step-by-step instructions, you'll finally learn how to make Liquid Gold Slime, Glow-in-the-Dark Slime, Balloon, Slime and more from easily available, harmless household ingredients. Along with four brand-new recipes, this book also includes tips on how to store your slime, all the amazing things you can do with slime, and fun, cool facts about Karina.

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Book SynopsisThis exciting children''s book of things to make and do is full of arts and crafts and facts about school subjects. Covering everything from the Solar System to Ancient Egypt, you''ll never be stuck for an activity, craft, or project idea again.With clear step-by-step instructions and photos, children will learn about a subject interactively. There are more than 25 great STEM projects on offer - from creating an astronaut''s outfit or making a sundial, to taking a trip back in time to see how the mighty Roman legionaries conquered their enemies. And that''s just for starters - on top of nature and history, the book also covers wildlife, science, and space - so animal lovers and wannabe astronauts will be delighted by what''s on offer.Children will love the variety of educational activities, experiments, and facts, and parents will love how the book ties into school subjects, while providing inspiration for projects to make at home. All projects can be completed with Table of Contents 1: SPACE 1: The Solar System 2: Button planets 3: Marshmallow constellations 4: Alien invasion 5: Space travel 6: Straw rockets 7: Space patches 8: Bottle jetpack 9: Space helmet 2: NATURE 1: The seasons 2: Season tree 3: Nature mask 4: Weather 5: Smiling sundial 6: Measure the rain 7: Wind chimes 3: HISTORY 1: Ancient Egypt 2: Papyrus scroll 3: Pyramid money box 4: Egyptian sarcophagus 5: The Roman Empire 6: Roman shield 7: Cookie coins 8: Lion mosaic 4: ANIMALS 1: The animal kingdom 2: Stone creatures 3: Bird feeder 4: Making tracks 5: Cardboard giraffe 6: Shark attack! 5: SCIENCE 1: Super science 2: Grass haircuts 3: Brilliant bubbles 4: Liquid layers 5: Fizzing balloon 6: Templates 7: Index

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Book SynopsisCreate Pretty and Inspirational Hand Lettering Projects for Your Family, Friends, and Yourself! Hand lettering is making a comeback, spurred by platforms like Instagram and Pinterest. And not just adults are getting into hand lettering and calligraphy. Kids, too, can find relaxation as well as enjoyment in using hand lettering to create handmade projects for themselves and their families. The Kids'' Book of Hand Lettering will introduce young crafters to the joys of hand lettering through 20 fun and inspired DIY projects that are easy to create at home. Nicole Miyuki Santo will walk children through the basics of hand lettering, including different lettering styles and tools (markers, brush pens, and paint pens) before they begin their projects, which include room art, bookmarks, picture frames, tote bags, party balloons and more. With full-color instructional and inspired photos and pep talks throughout to help spark creative juices, The Kids'' Book of Hand Lettering is sure to become a modern-day hand-lettering staple for crafty kids (and their parents too).

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Book SynopsisSpring is a season of celebration! Join the fun with thirteen festive crafts that celebrate holidays from around the world. Create a colourful wall hanging for the Hindu holiday Holi. Plant a garden to commemorate Earth Day. It's always the season for crafting!

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Book SynopsisWinter is a season of celebration! Join the fun with thirteen festive crafts that celebrate holidays from around the world. Construct a papier-mâché lantern to mark Chinese New Year. Design colourful bunting to honour Black History Month. It's always the season for crafting!

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Book SynopsisAutumn is a season of celebration! Join the fun with thirteen festive crafts that celebrate holidays from around the world. Create yarn apples for the Jewish holiday Rosh Hashanah. Mix soothing slime to mark World Mental Health Day. It's always the season for crafting!

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Book SynopsisSummer is a season of celebration! Join the fun with thirteen festive crafts that celebrate holidays from around the world. Create a hibiscus straw to commemorate Juneteenth. Braid puzzle piece friendship bracelets to mark the International Day of Friendship. It's always the season for crafting!

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Book SynopsisLooking to build some cool moving machines? Think small! Craft a tiny Ferris wheel or a super-small wobbling UFO. You might even make a teeny-weeny disco ball. Tiny machines are tons of fun!The downsized projects in this book can all be made with items found around your home or school. Easy instructions and step-by-step photos will help you become a miniature master!

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Book SynopsisWould you like make a positive impact on the environment? Get crafting! Turn old T-shirts into a cool recycled rug. Sprout seedlings to share with friends and neighbours. Reuse old bottles and jars to make a hanging garden. These fun crafts will help your home, school and community go green.

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Book SynopsisCalling all clever crafters! Get ready to transform plastic bottles into fun crafts. Turn plastic bottles into luminous lanterns. Craft a tiered plastic bottle planter. Build your own plastic bottle cityscape. What will you make?

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Book SynopsisCalling all clever crafters! Get ready to transform glass jars into fun crafts. Turn a glass jar into a tiny terrarium. Build a trendy mobile from jar lids. Fill a jar with colourful salt art. What will you make?

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Book SynopsisGet outdoors and unlock your creative side with these fantastic art projects for spring. Follow the step-by-step photographs to make eco seed pods, a windmill bird scarer, a spring blossom picture and lots more. Plus, find out all about spring with the seasonal fact panels. Perfect for kids aged 5 and up, The Outdoor Art Room is designed to get children out into the fresh air and interacting with nature. A range of simple arts and crafts projects as well as fun activities help them discover new things about their environment and the seasons at the same time as being active and having fun. Care is taken to ensure that these projects do not create any adverse environmental impact.Table of Contents 1: All about spring 1: Bird nesting materials station 1: Fish wind sock 1: Grass hedgehog 1: Seed pots 1: Mini greenhouses 1: Plant labels 1: Weave a picture 1: Windmill bird scarers 1: Spring blossom picture 1: Kite 1: Plant a dinosaur garden 1: Rain painting 1: Glossary 1: Index

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Book SynopsisCraft meets STEAM in these lively books that will help you design, build and create

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Book SynopsisPacked with craft activities and over 200 stickers, the Tales from Acorn Wood Make and Do Book is a great gift for any child – ideal for rainy days and holidays.Welcome to Acorn Wood! Come and meet Bear, Fox, Rabbit, Pig and all their friends in this fun craft book. Make your own woodland animal masks, create a fun hide-and-seek cup and ball game, and find out how to turn wooden spoons into brilliant animal puppets!Based on the bestselling lift-the-flap Tales from Acorn Wood stories by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.

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Book SynopsisStep into the magical world of The Repair Shop with this first, classic craft book for children.Get into crafting with this imaginative and beautifully illustrated step-by-step craft book written by the awe-inspiring team behind The Repair Shop. Featuring 50 classic crafts that will get young creators hooked on simple but satisfying activities, with plenty of tips, tricks and fun facts to learn along the way, this first craft book is packed with skills and inventive ideas that will inspire an enduring love of craftsmanship from a young age.Trade Reviewillustrated versions of the TV experts guide readers through 30 “crafting projects perfect for little hands”. Visual step-by-step instructions show how to make gifts, toys and DIY decorations […] They will be restoring the family antiques in no time. -- Lucy Bannerman * The Times *Quite literally something for everyone in this brilliant book which is the perfect accompaniment to the series and introduction to craft. * Armadillo Magazine *An excellent way to start children crafting * The Bookbag *Television’s The Repair Shop is full of experts in a wide range of crafts and they are passing on their expertise to us in this book with over 30 creative crafts […] It can provide months of entertainment. * Primary Times *A delightful book full of crafts and projects based around the experts on The Repair Shop… There are enough projects using everyday household items to enable any young child to be a creator/maker. Packed full of creative, crafty ideas and fun facts, this book will keep children 7 years plus busy and should inspire a love of crafting. * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisThis title features 15 original craft projects inspired by the Minecraft video game sensation. Creepers, characters, tools and blocks are fun to create now and play with later. It is suitable for children aged eight and over. Bring your Minecraft adventure to life with easy-to-make craft projects! Use this imaginative book to create instantly recognisable toys, jewellery, wearables, and accessories, based on one of the most popular video games of all time. Author Choly Knight shows you how to quickly make real life versions of all your favourite Minecraft characters and game elements, using only a few basic craft supplies. The blocky pixilated graphics of Minecraft are perfect for so many different kinds of crafts. Inside you'll find 15 fun step-by-step projects for perler beads, duct tape, paper crafting, painting, sewing, and crocheting. So get in "creative mode" and celebrate the limitless possibilities of Minecraft!

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Book Synopsis Educators at The Museum of Modern Art, New York,  Cari Frisch and Elizabeth Margulies present Art Making with MoMA, filled with 20 interactive activities that encourage kids (and adults!) to discover how modern and contemporary artists experiment with materials and techniques.   Drawing on over 15 years of research and hands-on experience engaging families in multi-sensory programs at MoMA, this colorful activity book provides opportunities for creative exploration and art making at home, in a group or alone, while providing real examples of the tools, techniques, and ideas used by contemporary and modern artists whose works can be found in MoMA’s collection.   Each project is inspired by a particular artist, movement, or design concept and features full-color reproductions of artwork from the likes of Diego Rivera, Vasily Kandinsky, Berenice Abbott, and Charles and Ray Eames. Step-by-step instructions, handy tips and open-ended questions encourage kids to think like artists and develop their own techniques and ideas for art making.  

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Book SynopsisKids can build their own cool, customizable black widow spider model with this educational 3D wood model kit from IncrediBuilds.Frequently mistaken for insects, the spider—an arachnid—is often misunderstood. Featuring a fully customizable 3D wood model of a black widow spider, this new installment of the Incredibuils will thrill budding arachnologists. 

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Book SynopsisBoth adults and children can float away in an ocean of pure imagination. Discover the subaquatic world of mermaids in this colouring odyssey. This pocket-sized book is full of mesmerizing mermaids, sea creatures, spooky shipwrecks and underwater castles waiting to be brought to life with colour. It's mer-made to please.

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Book SynopsisHow can simple activities help us connect more fully with our children and live more happily together? What types of games will encourage children to be kind to others? How can crafting and outdoor play build respect for the natural world? The Connected Family Handbook offers empowering advice and practical activities to answer these questions and many more. Experienced parenting coach and popular author Lou Harvey-Zahra and successful parenting blogger Danielle Harbison have created a unique and inspiring book for carers of toddlers to ten year olds. Each of the ten chapters tackles an important theme for families -- Home, Kindness, Mealtimes, Move, Warmth, Teamwork, Adventure, Nature, Wonder and Celebration -- and suggests ways to nurture these qualities in children. Every chapter is illustrated with beautiful photographs and includes easy crafts and fun recipes to create with children, stories and verses to share, as well as tips on creative discipline, positive play and establishing family rhythms and routines. Engage with NATURE by crafting toys from sticks, nurture WONDER by sharing a story about toadstools and fairy folk, encourage KINDNESS by creating a toy medical kit and make MEALTIMES fun with frozen fruit pizza. All of Lou and Danielle's ideas and advice come from a background of holistic child development, and celebrate values including eco-friendly living, connected family life, healthy and fun food choices and the importance of imaginative play.Trade Review'The beauty of this book for me is that it goes so much further than the usual book of craft and story ideas. As we would expect with Lou Harvey-Zahra involved, it is not only full of wise parenting tips, but it also includes many helpful concepts of child development in easily digestible form. This is a delightful book and would make a perfect present for new parents or even soon to be parents. It would also be an excellent addition to a parents' library for any early childhood setting or parent and child group.'-- Kindling'It quite simply, contains everything you would ever need for simple, meaningful connection with your kids It s gentle, with tips and suggestions for a calm family rhythm, peppered with lovely creative moments and even some recipes. Crucially, almost all of the contents is easily achieved at home, with the things you have in your house Every family needs this book on their shelves.'-- Charlotte and the Boys (Instagram)'It is one of those books that needs to be in every home.'-- Our World of Wonder (Instagram)'A wonderful resources packed full of ideas for families to enjoy time together, connecting, creating and enjoying positive family friendly activities. I can honestly say this is one of the best books I have come across and truly does inspire activities for family connection.'-- Avery's Playtime Adventures (Instagram)'It s packed FULL of so many ideas of things that you can do with your children. Over 200 pages of crafts, recipes, celebrations and much more. I highly recommend it to anyone with children.'-- Large Family Mama (Instagram)Praise for Growing Children, Thriving Children:'I love Lou Harvey-Zahra's advice, which is fun but practical, and rooted in love.' -- Saffia Farr, JUNO Magazine'Anyone who has heard of Lou Harvey-Zahra's wonderful talks, or read any of her previous books, will be pleased to see her font of wisdom can be applied to the older children too. It is so helpful to read her insightful advice, practical and heart-warming ideas and creative discipline tips. A practical, easy to read and down to earth guide.'-- KindlingPraise for Creative Discipline, Connected Family:'At last, a discipline book that does not mention time out, rewards and punishments! I have finished the book and enjoyed every page.' -- Caroline Anderson (child psychologist, family therapist and parent)'Creative Discipline, Connected Family will lighten the load and enlighten the mind. I recommend Lou's books for every parent's bookshelf.'-- John Allison (Steiner-Waldorf teacher, educational and parenting consultant, parent) 'Lou's Creative Discipline, Connected Family is filled with such pearls of wisdom, I have read it from cover to cover many times. I find that each time I have a challenging situation or I'm asked for advice, one of Lou's pearls easily and quickly jumps to mind! I own two copies so I can always lend one out to parents.' -- Melissa Baker (Steiner-Waldorf early years teacher)Praise for Happy Child, Happy Home:'I really like the style of writing from Lou Harvey-Zahra, which is light, sometimes funny, down to earth and full of very practical examples... It is an uplifting guide!'-- Kindling, The Journal for Steiner Waldorf Early Childhood Care and Education'This is a fantastic parenting book, just for the sheer fact that it aims to encourage happiness and positivity in children and families.'-- Families OnlineTable of ContentsIntroduction 1. Kindness 2. Home 3. Mealtimes 4. Movement 5. Warmth 6. Teamwork 7. Adventure 8. Nature 9. Wonder 10. Celebration Acknowledgements Meet the creators Index

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Book SynopsisThis title includes 50 step-by-step activities to keep kids entertained. It offers fantastic creative ideas using everyday materials from around the home. It includes painting, printing, paper folding, papier-mache, recycling projects, salt dough, face painting and disguises, fun food, and much more. It you make your own art exhibition, paper-plate tennis game, indoor moss garden, pine-cone bird feeder, match-box puppet show, teddy bear's outfit and miniature town. All the projects are easy to follow, with step-by-step photographs and safety hints throughout. It is ideas for all children aged 7 to 12, either to make themselves or with adult supervision. It's raining again, and you've read all your books and played with all your toys, so what can you do until the sun comes out again? Instead of sitting in front of a computer or TV screen, why not make some of the exciting ideas shown in this book? There are painting and printing projects such as decorated eggs and a marbled book cover, recycled projects including a plastic bottle space rocket and a cardboard periscope that really works, paper projects such as a papier-mache piggy bank and an origami basket, recipe ideas including baked potato porcupines and pretty iced cookies, or you can dress up as a witch or a clown. So whether you are feeling hungry, playful or artistic, there is plenty here for you to do. Just use your imagination, have fun and forget about the rainy day!

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Book SynopsisHave toys at your fingertips - and on your toes - including angels, aliens, a peacock, an octopus, a mermaid, a waltzing couple and a goofy horse. How to make perfect puppets from old socks, rubber gloves, cardboard, kitchen foil and ping-pong balls, as well as puppet stages on which to perform! Easy instructions and over 270 fantastic photographs show you what to do every step of the way. It is ideal for 7- to 12-year-olds, with simple projects for beginners, and more sophisticated projects for older kids. Watch your hands transform into birds, animals, flowers, forests and all sorts of other amazing characters. The 25 projects in this book include not only finger puppets, but also glove puppets, body-pained puppets, and even foot puppets. All the projects are simple and fun to do, and you can make them using everyday items found around the home, such as gloves, socks, ribbons, wool, buttons, beads and drinking straws. Then, why not use your puppets to make up stories with your friends? The rubber-glove fishermen could catch the painted octopus, the Tassel family could attend the wedding of the cardboard bride and her bridesmaids, and the glove-puppet elephant could meet the sock serpent. The book also contains ideas for making stages and scenery for your puppet shows, including an enchanted forest setting and a sailing boat.

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Book SynopsisThis title lets you become a pirate, a ghoul, a spotty dog, and more. Features: 25 fantastic disguises to turn you into the zaniest characters - become an alien, paint on your sports kit and even become a birthday present; all the techniques are fully explained - from applying the base paint and making up lips and eyes, to taking care of equipment and removing the paint afterwards; Thomasina Smith's projects are great to do with a friend but just as easy to follow on your own; step-by-step photographs show you what to do; ideal for 7- to 12-year-olds, with simple designs to start off with and more sophisticated ones for older kids. Face and body painting can change you into someone - or even something - entirely different. The art form has a tradition that goes back thousands of years. In many ancient cultures, it was used to camouflage tribespeople when they went hunting, or as part of religious customs. In our society today, we use face and body painting mostly to have fun and to entertain - as is the case with the projects in this book! You can paint yourself for special occasions, costume parties, school plays or to go to a wonderful street carnival.Even putting on ordinary make-up is a form of face painting. With little more than a collection of face paints, sponges and brushes, you can become a cunning leopard, an Egyptian queen, a scary vampire or even Santa Claus. So, go on and transform yourself, a friend or even your parents! There is no end of fun to be had.

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Book SynopsisStep into the technicolor world of a talented pop-up illustrator and learn how to create your own 3D images!! In this guided collection, young crafters and artists will find step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs that will aid them in creating beautiful and impressive pop-up cards and creations out of paper. Author and artist Elena Selena opens with encouraging words that will inspire crafters to create fun pieces of art that literally leap off the page. She encourages the budding artist to go for walks through their neighborhood to scout the plants, animals, birds, and people and to allow those items to inspire their paper crafts.  The projects featured throughout this fully illustrated book will produce fun pop-up designs representing imaginative places and beautiful stores that are meant to inspire future projects. Types of creations include animal faces, enchanted gardens, bouquets of flowers, cozy cabins, and more—all requiring the most basic supplies (pens and colored pencils, scissors, glue, and various papers) and colored and glassine paper.

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Book SynopsisBecome an expert flyer with 16 amazing airplane designs and fun aviation facts from the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum—for kids ages 8-12!Prepare for takeoff with the Smithsonian Book of Paper Airplanes, which includes 16 designs inspired by planes in the Smithsonian's collections with fully illustrated, easy-to-follow instructions. 48 tear out sheets—3 per airplane for triple the fun and to master the practice Information on ideal materials, folding basics, throwing techniques, modifications, and tricks Paper Airplane Pilot’s Log to track flights National Air and Space Museum How Things Fly Champion Certificate Callout boxes with illuminating flight facts and activities to test the science behind paper airplanes Take a break from screens and experience the satisfaction of folding a paper airplane and watching it soar. Smithsonian Book of Paper Airplanes is creative and fun for the whole family!

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Book SynopsisThis book is the ideal introduction to hand sewing for children from the ages of eight and up. Most of the projects use felt as the base material because it comes in a wide range of colours, is easy to cut and doesn't fray; it can also be sewn using big needles that don't have to be razor sharp. Felt also has the advantage of being cheap and widely available. The book contains a section on tools and materials, as well as a section on techniques which include running, back and blanket stitch. Other techniques are covered in projects throughout the book. Projects include: noughts-and-crosses game with felt pocket, finger puppets, headband, pencil case, book cover, cushion, drawstring bag and wall-hanging mobile.

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Book SynopsisThis pack contains 500 high-quality origami sheets printed with colourful and attractive nature photographs. These photographs of nature were chosen to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters.

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Book SynopsisThis paper pack contains 500 high-quality, 6-inch origami sheets printed with colorful and psychedelic patterns. This origami paper pack includes: 500 sheets of high-quality origami paper 12 unique patterns Bright, vibrant colors Double-sided color 6 x 6 inch (15 cm) squares Step-by-step instructions for 5 easy-to-fold origami projectsThese stunning origami papers were developed to enhance the creative work of origami artists and paper crafters. The pack contains 12 unique patterns, and all of the papers are printed with coordinating colors on the reverse to provide aesthetically pleasing combinations in origami models that show both the front and back. Warm up your origami skills with included instructions for 5 classic origami models: Pinwheel Star Box Balloon Helmet Crane

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Book SynopsisMake adorable mini plushies with Sew Your Own Ice Cream Animalsby Klutz! In this adorable kit, kids can sew four ice creamanimal treats with an extra topping of personality!

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