Crafts for All Seasons (Spiral-bound)

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Gr. 3-5, younger with adult assistance. This compendium draws on Ross and Enright's titles Crafts to Make in the Fall (1998), Crafts to Make in the Winter (1999), Crafts to Make in the Spring (1998), and Crafts to Make in the Summer (1999), reproducing 20 of the 29 double-page spreads from each of the previous volumes. Each spread explains and fully illustrates one seasonal project with materials, step-by-step directions, and decorative borders. As in the original books, these craft ideas look easy and fun for children to make. Unlike the earlier books, this volume has a spiral binding inside paper-covered boards. Though it may not hold up as long as a library binding, this alternative ensures that the pages will lie flat for crafters, protects the paper from tearing, and offers a sturdy spine for Dewey decimal labels. An attractive and economical way to bolster craft collections. Carolyn Phelan
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Kathy Ross offers a collection of 80 simple yet satisfying craft projects designed to help youngsters creatively celebrate the joys of each new season. Clear step-by-step illustrated instructions call for only scissors, and paste, and common household items.

The book's sturdy wipe-clean cover conceals a spiral binding that lets the pages stay open and lie flat so youngsters won't lose their place while working on a project.

Among the guaranteed-to-success crafts are practical items (try the Mouse Sunglass Case for summertime); decorative items (watch the Icy Sun Catcher sparkle in your wintertime wardrobe); and holiday items (for fall, try the Cornucopia Place Cards on your Thanksgiving table).

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4-8
  
• Spiral-bound: 176 pages
• Publisher: Millbrook Press (July 14, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 076131346X
• ISBN-13: 978-0761313465
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 9 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #144,104 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Elementary Teacher's Best Friend, December 5, 2000

By	M.Matthews (Alexander, NY United States) - See all my reviews

This book has great ideas for crafts to make with children. The directions are clear the supplies are easy to find and the illustrations are very helpful. I think the projects would be appropriate for children k-5, and because they are arranged by season they are great for gifts and holidays. I bought one for a student teacher gift but I'm ordering one for myself because I know I'll really use this book... through all the seasons.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You'll love this craft book!, April 14, 2005

By	bibliobethica "Beth" - See all my reviews

I only recommend books I love and this is the best craft book I've ever seen. The crafts are simple, they use thing you have at home, and the illustrations are great. My kids can thumb through the book and easily see what the craft will look like when completed. Even if you're not crafty, you can follow the directions in this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars best kids' craft book! , September 3, 2008

By	CP - See all my reviews

I was sold on this craft book right away! I am impressed with the variety of crafts and how many I wanted to make with my kids right away--too many!! Yes, I want to make them too!
The crafts use a minimal amount of supplies that are easy to find and that will be shared in many crafts. Which is nice because I don't want to buy a bag of pipecleaners for only a few and be stuck with a bag waiting to be used up.
I think what impressed me the most is how eco-friendly most of the crafts are. I don't believe that is a point touched by the author, but I am so happy to see glass jars, bottle caps, and packing peanuts listed as supplies.
My kids will enjoy making these crafts and giving them as gifts at Christmas time.
My personal favorite craft is the Spring Cleaning Apron because it will get my kids excited to help clean and we don't have to drag a roll of paper towels around room to room(even though we use microfiber cloths). Very clever idea!!