Crafts From Many Cultures
This series offers young readers a unique approach to the study of other cultures. Each title focuses on a different category of arts or crafts, presenting the traditions of that particular art form for as many as twenty different countries, or geographic regions. For each culture, a reference map a...
Festivals
This series offers young readers a unique approach to the study of other cultures. Each title focuses on a different category of arts or crafts, presenting the traditions of that particular art form for as many as twenty different countries, or geographic regions. For each culture, a reference map a...
Masks
This series offers young readers a unique approach to the study of other cultures. Each title focuses on a different category of arts or crafts, presenting the traditions of that particular art form for as many as twenty different countries, or geographic regions. For each culture, a reference map a...
Paper Crafts
This series offers young readers a unique approach to the study of other cultures. Each title focuses on a different category of arts or crafts, presenting the traditions of that particular art form for as many as twenty different countries, or geographic regions. For each culture, a reference map a...
Puppets
This series offers young readers a unique approach to the study of other cultures. Each title focuses on a different category of arts or crafts, presenting the traditions of that particular art form for as many as twenty different countries, or geographic regions. For each culture, a reference map a...
Toys
This series offers young readers a unique approach to the study of other cultures. Each title focuses on a different category of arts or crafts, presenting the traditions of that particular art form for as many as twenty different countries, or geographic regions. For each culture, a reference map a...
Crafts from the Past
Illuminating craft projects present an around-the-world kaleidoscope of culture–allowing readers to travel, in their imaginations, to places long ago and far away. Covering such diverse cultures as the ancient Chinese, ancient Egyptians, ancient Greeks, and ancient Indians, each book delves into the...
The Ancient Chinese
The ancient Chinese—the civilization that invented the compass, gunpowder, and paper, among other things—is incredibly rich in tradition and history. Readers will celebrate many facets of ancient Chinese culture, including its arts, foods, philosophies, and architecture through their reading of this...
The Ancient Chinese
The ancient Chinese—the civilization that invented the compass, gunpowder, and paper, among other things—is incredibly rich in tradition and history. Readers will celebrate many facets of ancient Chinese culture, including its arts, foods, philosophies, and architecture through their reading of this...
The Ancient Egyptians
The wonders left behind by the ancient Egyptians are some of the most astounding artifacts in the world. People travel thousands of miles for a glimpse of Egypt’s Great Sphinx and the pyramids and they flock to nearby museums to see mummies and burial masks. Readers are transported back to the dista...
The Ancient Egyptians
The wonders left behind by the ancient Egyptians are some of the most astounding artifacts in the world. People travel thousands of miles for a glimpse of Egypt’s Great Sphinx and the pyramids and they flock to nearby museums to see mummies and burial masks. Readers are transported back to the dista...
The Ancient Greeks
Ancient Greece has had an impact on much of our culture, especially the concepts of democracy and theater, the tradition of Olympic sports, and the famous myths that are still a focus of today’s movies, books, and TV shows. These fascinating aspects of the Greek civilization are examined as well as ...
The Ancient Greeks
Ancient Greece has had an impact on much of our culture, especially the concepts of democracy and theater, the tradition of Olympic sports, and the famous myths that are still a focus of today’s movies, books, and TV shows. These fascinating aspects of the Greek civilization are examined as well as ...
The Ancient Indians
The civilization that developed near the Indus River thousands of years ago was one of the first successful cultures. The people of India have always celebrated the rich history of their ancestors. Various religions like Buddhism, ancient texts such as the Vedas, and the natural environment includin...
The Ancient Indians
The civilization that developed near the Indus River thousands of years ago was one of the first successful cultures. The people of India have always celebrated the rich history of their ancestors. Various religions like Buddhism, ancient texts such as the Vedas, and the natural environment includin...
The Ancient Romans
Readers will be asking themselves if they could have survived as an ancient Roman after reading all about ancient Roman culture. Life in the military, clothing, food, sports, government, and education are just some of the themes covered. Each chapter features an engaging step-by-step craft associate...
The Ancient Romans
Readers will be asking themselves if they could have survived as an ancient Roman after reading all about ancient Roman culture. Life in the military, clothing, food, sports, government, and education are just some of the themes covered. Each chapter features an engaging step-by-step craft associate...
The Aztecs
Myths and legends tend to overshadow the many other aspects of the innovative Aztec civilization. Aztec clothes, festivals, foods, and sports are just some of the topics that readers will discover. Each subject is complimented by a step-by-step craft that readers can construct with just a few simple...
The Aztecs
Myths and legends tend to overshadow the many other aspects of the innovative Aztec civilization. Aztec clothes, festivals, foods, and sports are just some of the topics that readers will discover. Each subject is complimented by a step-by-step craft that readers can construct with just a few simple...
Arts and Crafts for Myths and Tales
Myths and tales are fun to learn about and explore, but this activity book takes exploration to a whole new level. Young readers will make models of some key props from our most famous legends. They’ll create their own Trojan horse, which can be used as a toy box. All projects are rated by difficult...
Back-to-School Crafts
The end of summer blues will be chased away with this book, which allows young readers to get ready to return to school by making some fun crafts. Some they’ll take to school, can make at school, and some they’ll create at home. Useful school creations include pen pots, folders, and bookmarks.
Backyard Crafts
The projects in this book show young readers how to make little works of art from everyday objects found in or around their homes, such as pebbles, pinecones, and plastic bottles. Fact boxes, tracing patterns, and easy-to-follow instructions open the backyard world to exploring artists.
Bead Crafts
Beads are a fun and easy medium that brings glitz and glam to any object. This book features twelve designs that show readers how to create fun bead-bearing items including jewelry, games, and covers for books and bottles. Students craft their own beads from widely available and easy-to-use material...
Birthday Crafts
This book is crammed with ideas for crafts that will make birthday parties even more fun. Step-by-step instructions and tracing patterns give students all they need to create while fun fact boxes allow for additional learning opportunities. The festivities include making invitations, place cards, a ...
Costume Crafts
The world of dress up and make believe is placed in the reader’s hands as they’re given tracing patterns and costume ideas—all that can be created and enjoyed year-round. The seafaring pirate gets a bright parrot and the wings of the fairy are truly enchanting. Projects are rated by difficulty.
Creative Crafts for Kids
Nothing gets the imagination and creativity flowing like some fun and easy-to-do crafts. These books have some wonderful crafts for all occasions, from Valentines cards to birthday gifts to spooky crafts and costume ideas for Halloween. The series includes crafts that can be done on the playground, ...
Friendship Crafts
Expressing appreciation for a friend is taken to a fun and memorable place through this book on crafts for pals. Readers will create easy and interesting items to wear, display, and eat. Fact boxes are included and projects are rated by difficulty.
Spooky Crafts
The spooky mood of Halloween can be recreated year-round with this fun craft book. Young readers will make their own bat mobile, owl puppet, and Halloween flashlight lantern. Twelve projects are rated by difficulty, and some provide the budding artist with a spooktacular chance to scare mom, dad, or...
Valentine Crafts
This book provides fun and easy ways to show appreciation for loved ones. Twelve ways to tell someone they’re special are rated by difficulty and fall under the theme of Valentines Day—though the creations can be given year-round. Readers will use tracing patterns to produce interesting shapes and f...
World Crafts
This book is a continent-hopping voyage that stops twelve times to pick up inspirational projects. The culture of exotic locals such as Gambia, India, Ireland, and Japan are encapsulated in each craft. Fun fact boxes impart new and interesting information while step-by-step instructions give readers...
Culture in the Kitchen
What better way to learn about cultures than by tasting some of the world’s most delicious foods? The cuisine of each of the cultures featured in this series reflects much about each area’s geography, natural resources, and customs. Readers and novice chefs will be introduced to some unusual foods f...
Foods of China
Spring rolls, kung pao chicken, tofu, rice . . . Chinese food has something delicious for everyone. China’s cuisine offers more than appetizing meals. It offers a taste of a remarkable country. While there’s much to learn about China’s contributions to the American palate, this book also delves into...
Foods of China
Spring rolls, kung pao chicken, tofu, rice . . . Chinese food has something delicious for everyone. China’s cuisine offers more than appetizing meals. It offers a taste of a remarkable country. While there’s much to learn about China’s contributions to the American palate, this book also delves into...
Foods of India
Spices once drew explorers to India’s shores, and now they draw hungry people—the globe over—to Indian restaurants everywhere! From region to region, the cuisine of India can be quite different. Readers are invited to explore India through its food, including delicious flat breads such as naan and s...
Foods of India
Spices once drew explorers to India’s shores, and now they draw hungry people—the globe over—to Indian restaurants everywhere! From region to region, the cuisine of India can be quite different. Readers are invited to explore India through its food, including delicious flat breads such as naan and s...
Foods of Italy
Tomatoes, noodles, Parmesan cheese . . . it’s time to take a ravenous bite out of Italy! In this book, mouthwatering photos of Italy’s most beloved foods accompany the reader on their journey through the country’s diverse regions. Italy’s history, natural resources, and culture are highlighted throu...
Foods of Italy
Tomatoes, noodles, Parmesan cheese . . . it’s time to take a ravenous bite out of Italy! In this book, mouthwatering photos of Italy’s most beloved foods accompany the reader on their journey through the country’s diverse regions. Italy’s history, natural resources, and culture are highlighted throu...
Foods of Mexico
Tacos, enchiladas, tortillas, and even huevos rancheros are not unusual items in many American restaurants. Mexican food is loved all over the world, but Mexico’s kitchens hold much more than these dishes. Some surprising ingredients and fascinating cultural facts are in store for readers and fledgl...
Foods of Mexico
Tacos, enchiladas, tortillas, and even huevos rancheros are not unusual items in many American restaurants. Mexican food is loved all over the world, but Mexico’s kitchens hold much more than these dishes. Some surprising ingredients and fascinating cultural facts are in store for readers and fledgl...
Foods of the Middle East
Powerful, far-reaching civilizations have risen out of the Middle East. Contribution in multiple disciplines includes that in the world of cuisine. The Middle Eastern palate has created foods that have been treasured for thousands of years. Some cuisine is shared across borders, while other foods ar...
Foods of the Middle East
Powerful, far-reaching civilizations have risen out of the Middle East. Contribution in multiple disciplines includes that in the world of cuisine. The Middle Eastern palate has created foods that have been treasured for thousands of years. Some cuisine is shared across borders, while other foods ar...
Foods of West Africa
Perhaps there’s no better—or more fun—way to learn about a place than to read about its cuisine while tasting it as well! West Africa is home to 20 countries and borders on both the Sahara Desert and the Atlantic Ocean. In modern times, Africans use the ingredients available to them for one-pot meal...
Foods of West Africa
Perhaps there’s no better—or more fun—way to learn about a place than to read about its cuisine while tasting it as well! West Africa is home to 20 countries and borders on both the Sahara Desert and the Atlantic Ocean. In modern times, Africans use the ingredients available to them for one-pot meal...
Cut and Paste Farm Animals
Looking for easy craft prjects that require few materials, are tied to curriculum topics, and are designed for children at different skills levels? Cut, Paste and Create is the answer! Simple directions and colorful pictures explain how to cut out a variety of shapes and then paste or glue them toge...
Cut and Paste Sea Creatures
Looking for easy craft prjects that require few materials, are tied to curriculum topics, and are designed for children at different skills levels? Cut, Paste and Create is the answer! Simple directions and colorful pictures explain how to cut out a variety of shapes and then paste or glue them toge...
Cut and Paste Trucks, Trains, and Big Machines
Looking for easy craft prjects that require few materials, are tied to curriculum topics, and are designed for children at different skills levels? Cut, Paste and Create is the answer! Simple directions and colorful pictures explain how to cut out a variety of shapes and then paste or glue them toge...
Cut, Paste, and Create
Looking for easy craft prjects that require few materials, are tied to curriculum topics, and are designed for children at different skills levels? Cut, Paste and Create is the answer! Simple directions and colorful pictures explain how to cut out a variety of shapes and then paste or glue them toge...
Draw Your Pet!
Young artists will find inspiration as their animal friends are brought to the forefront. Step-by-step directions help beginning artists to conceptualize and execute drawings of their favorite pets, including cats, dogs, fish, birds, horses, and even exotic animals. Cute, colorful photographs supple...
You Can Draw Birds!
Including the multicolored lovebird and the brightly hued canary, this book features fun and easy-to-follow instructions on how to draw birds. Along with brilliant photographs, readers will enjoy watching a finished picture emerge as they work from a pencil sketch to coloring their picture. Cool fac...
You Can Draw Birds!
Including the multicolored lovebird and the brightly hued canary, this book features fun and easy-to-follow instructions on how to draw birds. Along with brilliant photographs, readers will enjoy watching a finished picture emerge as they work from a pencil sketch to coloring their picture. Cool fac...