Catalog Search Results
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2022]
Lexile measure
830L
Language
English
Description
"The world is full of art! From paintings in museums to beautiful buildings, we see art everywhere we go. Get kids excited about making art themselves with this book of projects that inspires them to think like an artist and shows them how much fun it is to create with their own hands.." --Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books LLC
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
In this book, you'll meet more than twenty artisans who have devoted their lives to honoring traditional techniques and to creating something useful and beautiful every day. In-depth profiles of the artisans illuminate the philosophies and histories behind their work. Gorgeous photographs transport you to studios from Oaxaca to Kyoto and from Milan to Tennessee. Two essays explore the challenges and rewards of engaging deeply with tradition. This...
Author
Publisher
Bloomsbury
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"Combining old-fashioned favorites with today's high-tech possibilities, the book offers a goldmine of creative, constructive activities that kids can do on their own or with their families. From camouflage techniques, survival skills, and cloudspotting advice to instructions on how to build an upcycled kite or raft, to using apps to navigate and explore, it's all here--along with comics that dive into the secret history of everything from bicycling...
Publisher
Potter Craft
Pub. Date
[2012]
Language
English
Description
" ... explores the many fun and interesting ways that digital-age parents and kids can get their geek on together. Imaginative ideas for all ages and budgets include thrifty Halloween costumes, homemade lava lamps, hobbit feasts, and magical role-playing games. There are even projects for moms to try when they have a few precious moments alone. With six sections spanning everything from home-science experiments to superheroes, this comprehensive handbook...
Author
Publisher
Schiffer Publishing
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Dorothea Katharina Schmidt teaches you the techniques for recycling and upcycling waste paper into practical, sustainable and beautiful household items. Learn to use rolls of newspaper, advertising flyers, brochures, and junk mail to create: large and small baskets, desk organizers, trays and bowls, seat cushions, tote bags, and more!"--Page [4] of cover.
Author
Publisher
Workman Publishing
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
Provides instructions for sixty-two projects made with broken computers and other discarded electronic devices, including a gear clock, keyboard lamp, capacitor earrings, RAM money clip, a laser gag zapper, floppy disk wall frame, earbud speakers, cell phone flashlight, and flat-screen ant farm, and includes information on tools, techniques, and safety.
Author
Publisher
Mango Publishing Group
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Whether you're an experienced crafter or a beginner looking to learn, the Treasure Bookmaking guidebook offers an abundance of inspiration and guidance. You will learn how to create handmade books from scratch, using materials you already have and upcycling them to make beautiful and functional projects." -- Back cover.
Publisher
Magic Cat Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Celebrate at the tables of artists, designers, and chefs with this book that offers families the chance to share in a world of parties, festivals, and holidays. Each spread features a different holiday and offers a step-by-step recipe, a craft activity, a personal story, and different ways to observe the holiday. With contributions from chefs such as Erin Gleeson and Joanne Chang; artists and authors including Dow Phumiruk and Queenie Chan; and designers...
Author
Publisher
Thames and Hudson
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
From bestselling author Yuval Zommer, The Big Book of Nature Art is packed with twenty-two easy art activities inspired by nature. Each of the activities can be achieved in four simple steps using natural materials combined with recycled or found materials from around the home. Drawing on Zommer's years of experience running art workshops for children, The Big Book of Nature Art includes his tips for stress-free ways to get creative with kids. Each...
13) Exploring nature: activity book for kids : 50 creative projects to spark curiosity in the outdoors
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Encourage young nature lovers to get outside and track, explore, discover, and create. This book is filled with hands-on, educational outdoor activities that kids will love to learn from, like crafting bird feeders out of fruit, pressing flowers, or creating sundials. They'll get their hands dirty and their imaginations revving while staying active outside.