Crafts & Hobbies - Kids

Newspaper, scraps of wrapping paper, and old envelopes are all items that can be used to create beautiful works of art. This fun book teaches readers to get creative and make projects out of supplies that might otherwise end up in the trash or...

In the exciting world of printing and stamping, anything is possible. Leaves transform into lions, and potatoes become parrots. Readers get creative with common household items, such as spatulas, bubble wrap, and bottle tops. Simple, step-by-step instructions guide young artists to create fun and...

Whether it's because of their gross, rotting skin or peculiar hunger for brains, zombies have remained in the spotlight as the favorite creepy creature of popular culture. With just a few colorful pieces of paper and this high-interest book, origami artists can make their...

Witches and wizards aren't just for Halloween anymore. They're the stars of books, television shows, and Hollywood movies. Now, through this engaging volume, perfect for the visual learner, wizards and witches are a fascinating focus of art, too. Young artists will love following the...

Not every monster should be feared; some monsters are just plain fun! Readers will love making the entertaining origami monsters in this delightful book as well as sharing them with friends and family. Step-by-step instructions are paired with useful photographs, making each project achievable...

With the right folds, a simple piece of paper can become a magnificent monster. Each exciting project in this book features an incredible creature, whether it's known for soaring through the sky or swimming in the sea. Readers follow along with step-by-step instructions to...

Dinosaurs are often thought of as vicious predators, but in reality, many were plant-eaters. Readers of this unique book get to try their hand at creating their own paper versions of these incredible creatures. Each project features step-by-step instructions and colorful images that are...

LARPing, or live-action role playing, is one of the hottest hobbies today. Its devoted participants develop detailed characters, inventing names and personalities, as well as costumes and props. The improvisational nature and opportunity for creativity at LARP events makes for a new experience every...

An Easter activity book, packed with over 100 stickers and fun crafts to press out and create!Get creative this Easter, with this amazing activity book!Simple instructions are paired with sweet craft ideas, perfect for keeping children entertained over the holiday. From masks to bunny...

The perfect gift for little astronauts with big imaginations This space-age set contains everything an explorer needs to create the ultimate Mars colony, from colorful astronauts and space vehicles to adorable astro-pets. Simply unfold the poster to reveal the surface of Mars, pop out...

If you're a lover of dot-to-dots, then you'll love this new generation of puzzle. Using simple color-coded arrows to connect a series of dots, you can create and color stunning geometric images. From a fierce lion to beautiful birds, there's an entire geometric world...

Cement isn't just for building foundations, sidewalks, and other construction projects. It's also a key ingredient for making charming gifts and decorations. This innovative volume shows how young artists can easily use cement to make stepping stones, drink coasters, flowerpots, and more. Each project...

Sticky Fingers is a vibrant, easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide to creating amazing projects with the hottest crafting material on the market today--duct tape The book includes tons of photographs alongside directions designed to make creating a wallet and making a bag even easier, while also...

From periscopes to homemade paper, uniforms to telegraphs, Great Civil War Projects You Can Build Yourself explores the Civil War era through hands-on building projects and activities using common household and craft store items. Detailed step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and templates for creating 25 Civil...

?You?re either a cat person or a dog person, ? the saying goes. With this craft book, though, children don?t have to choose one or the other. All they have to do is have fun cutting, pasting and assembling their own personal pet (potty...

Origami For Kids is a great buy for anyone looking to learn and master the ancient art of Japanese Paper Folding. Not only is it it suitable for kids, but Adult Beginners will also find this book easy to learn and enjoyable What to...

Kids' Magical Activities is full of fun illusions to amaze and entertain your friends. The tricks are easy for six to twelve year olds to do, and those which take a little more practice are marked with a star. You will not need any...

Easy Coloring Books For Kids Ages 6-8 Coloring books for kids by Tilly Black are the perfect way to help your child relax after school. Product Details: 1) Big simple pictures perfect for beginners. 2) Every coloring page is printed on one side of...

Coloring Books for Kids: Music Coloring Book For Kids is a perfect coloring book for kids. 30 Unique Images BONUS 2 Copies of Every Image This adorable coloring book is filled with a wide variety of Music and instrument to color Kids will love...

Easy to follow Valentine's Day gift craft instructions for makerspaces, home activities, and classrooms.Author: Anastasia SuenISBN-10: 1683428838ISBN-13: 9781683428831Publisher: Rourke Educational MediaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2017Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 7.50h x 10.00w x 0.10dReview Citation(s): School Library Journal 11/01/2017

What is your favorite food? Hamburgers? Cake? Broccoli? Where do you get your food? From a supermarket? A restaurant? A farmers market? In this book, you will craft your way through the food cycle and see how food grown on a farm can be...

Kids can make their own fun with Cool Doughs, Putties, Slimes & Goops! This title has everything needed to create one-of-a-kind toys. Readers will create Blubbery Bouncy Putty, Glow-in-the-Dark Galaxy Goo, Super Scented Play Dough and more! Step-by-step photos, materials lists, and extra tips...

Kids can make their own fun with Cool Crayons, Chalks, & Paints! This title has everything needed to create one-of-a-kind toys. Readers will create Washable Window Paint, Glow-in-the-Dark Paint, Colorful Chalk Cubes and more! Step-by-step photos, materials lists, and extra tips and tricks get...

Kids can make their own fun with Cool Construction & Building Blocks! This title has everything needed to create one-of-a-kind toys. Readers will create LEGO Desktop, Mini Magnetic Blocks, Jumbo 2-D Bricks and more! Step-by-step photos, materials lists, and extra tips and tricks get...

Fashion design is a complex field with many skill sets needed. Start with the basics learned in this title and soon you'll be making clothes for you, your friends, and your family! This Makerspace title includes projects and a glossary of terms.Author: Leigh Balzekas,...

At makerspaces, makers of all kinds share tools and knowledge to help each other complete projects. Through simple text written to foster creativity and problem solving, students will learn how to start their own makerspaces. Large, colorful images show students how to complete activities....

How to Grow a Garden is designed to help young learners observe, question, and implement ideas to reach a successful outcome. Featuring a step-by-step format, this 24-page book offers students the opportunity to reach conclusions by following simple, organized directions. With a designated teaching...

All it takes to create your own exciting puppet show is the right lighting and a good stage. Through simple text written to foster creativity and problem solving, students will learn the art of innovation. Large, colorful images show students how to complete activities....

Discover Reading Early Reader Let's Sew and get Crafty Read all about dewing in this Discover Reading Beginning Reader. Children who would love to learn to sew or are interested in fabric and other craft materials will learn all about sewing in this book....

Papermaking will show kids how to use shredded paper to make their own paper and other creations. They will learn how to make several kinds of paper, a papier-m ch bowl, and more Easy-to-follow instructions accompanied by how-to photos keep projects accessible for readers...

Accordion Folding will show kids how to start with simple accordion folds and end up with fun creations. They will learn how to make a snake, a butterfly, a pinwheel, and more! Easy-to-follow instructions accompanied by how-to photos keep projects accessible for readers brand-new...

Kids will love getting grossed out with Super Gross Germ Projects They'll learn about different germs and what they can do to your body. Then discover how to make fun projects inspired by these gross germs. Young crafters will follow simple instructions and photos...

Kids will love getting grossed out with Super Gross Creepy-Crawly Projects They'll learn about some of the creepy-crawly critters in the world. Then discover how to make fun projects inspired by these and other gross critters. Young crafters will follow simple instructions and photos...

Kids will love getting grossed out with Super Gross Animal Projects They'll learn about some of the world's most gag-worthy creatures. Then discover how to make fun projects inspired by gross animals. Young crafters will follow simple instructions and photos to create slimy snails,...

With Technology You Can Taste kids will learn how technology has advanced from the steam engine to the computer and beyond. Then they will explore technology further by making delicious science-themed snacks. Step-by-step instructions and full-color photos make the recipes easy for kids to...

Young makers will discover their limitless potential with this Super Simple DIY title. Kids will explore Make a Spaceship Your Way to imagine their own spaceship. Maybe one that flies to Mars or another galaxy? Then they will use makerspace tools and learn how...

Kids will explore one of Earth's important energy resources with Wind Energy Projects from the history of wind energy, to how we use it today. They'll move a car with a balloon, use wind to play a music box, and more. Each project includes...

Kids will explore one of Earth's important energy resources with Geothermal Energy Projects from the history to how we use it today. They'll make a geyser that shoots steam, build a tin can power plant, and more. Each project includes color photos and easy...

Kids will explore one of Earth's important energy resources with Biofuel Energy Projects. They'll read about the history of biofuel, where it comes from, and how we use it. They'll make candles out of butter, create ethanol from different types of sugar, and more....

Makerspaces are places designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. In Robotify It Robots You Can Make Yourself, kids will make a mini monster robot that responds to light, a spinning robotic pencil holder, and more Colorful step-by-step photos bring each project to life. Techniques...

Makerspaces are places designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. In Move It Projects You Can Drive, Fly, and Roll, kids will make a mini helicopter fly from a circuit-controlled helipad, build a motorized LEGO car, and more Colorful step-by-step photos bring each project to...

Makerspaces are places designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. In Construct It Architecture You Can Build, Break, and Build Again, kids will build a working wrecking ball, pulley elevator, bridge, and more Colorful step-by-step photos bring each project to life. Techniques and tips help...

Makerspaces are places designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. In Light It Creations that Glow, Shine, and Blink, kids will make a wearable mask that glows, a working lamp, and more Colorful step-by-step photos bring each project to life. Techniques and tips help troubleshoot...

Makerspaces are places designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. In Code It Programming and Keyboards You Can Create Yourself, kids will make a computer key out of a banana and use popular software programs to code music, game characters, and more Step-by-step photos bring...

Learn about makerspaces with Make It Yourself Comics & Graphic Novels Young makers will discover what makerspaces are and how to hold maker events. Kids will develop characters, write stories, create graphic novels, and more. Each project has color photos and easy-to-follow instructions. Special...

Learn about makerspaces with Make It Yourself Bots & Circuits Young makers will discover what makerspaces are and how to hold maker events. Kids will create LED constellations, build robots, make flashlights, and more. Each project has color photos and easy-to-follow instructions. Special techniques...

Learn how to develop your characters, setting, and plot in this workbook designed for ages 8 and up You can create your own magic while harnessing the storyteller in you.Author: Bobbie PalmerISBN-10: 1530548047ISBN-13: 9781530548040Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/13/2016Pages: 36Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 11.02h...

This colorful book will inspire the budding comic book artist in every reader, and encourage students who've wanted to take the pencil to the page. Easy-to-follow instructions show readers how to create life-like characters while the narrative inspires the inner storyteller.Author: Mark BerginISBN-10: 1448816041ISBN-13:...

Manga-style warriors will seem to leap off the sketchpad when readers follow the easy step-by-step drawing instructions in this book. Drawing terms are shared and defined as well.Author: David AntramISBN-10: 1448815819ISBN-13: 9781448815814Publisher: PowerKids PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/30/2010Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.83lbsSize: 11.42h x 9.16w x...

Christmas can be made even more fun with lovely decorations and homemade gifts. For readers who love crafting, this book of fantastic, easy projects with a Christmas theme is perfect. With just a few basic craft supplies and even recycled materials from around the...