The leaves change color, the air grows cool and crisp, and animals prepare for winter. Autumn is a magical season, but the quick crafts found in this book will make it even more so. Each fall-themed project uses seasonal materials commonly found in nature and ties in informative text, combining textual and tactile learning into one unforgettable educational experience.
Mini pine forests, ice mobiles, penguin bowling, and more will make crafty kids forget all about the freezing temperatures outside. But these winter projects will do much more than simply entertain. Informative texts highlighting different aspects of the season link art and earth science in a way that effectively utilizes both cognitive and tactile learning.
There isn’t anything more appropriate for springtime than these charming projects! By gathering some of the materials from nature, reading about them, and then assembling the projects, students will have a great time as they learn through an invigorating mixture of fresh air, exercise, earth science, and art!
Cooper has the clever idea of making his mom pancakes for her birthday, and his friend the moose offers to help. The moose claims he's the best chef in Alaska, but is he really? Find out if Cooper's mom is happy about the surprise awaiting her in the kitchen!
Who doesn't love summer? Of course, students look forward to the academic break, but there are many educational opportunities this warm season provides outside the classroom. These fun step-by-step projects are sure to engage young readers while the accompanying facts will keep them learning year-round.
The leaves change color, the air grows cool and crisp, and animals prepare for winter. Autumn is a magical season, but the quick crafts found in this book will make it even more so. Each fall-themed project uses seasonal materials commonly found in nature and ties in informative text, combining textual and tactile learning into one unforgettable educational experience.
More than 50,000 copies sold! Create Breathtaking Watercolor Paintings in No Time With this collection of easy, step-by-step instructions, unlocking your creativity with watercolor has never been easier. Follow along as Anna Koliadych, founder of DearAnnArt, guides you through painting your own watercolor masterpieces in just 15 minutes. These 50 projects have something for everyone, from underwater landscapes to galaxies, from fashion sketches to tasty sweets. Learn to paint a meadow of poppies, a cosmic tea cup, a set of high heels or a tabby cat all in one quick evening. Whether you’re new to watercolor or have been practicing for years, these colorful designs are perfect for a relaxing afternoon alone or as an activity for the whole family. In each lesson, Anna highlights efficient techniques, like sketching your design with simple shapes, or adding small, beautiful details, so you can create the most charming artwork in the shortest amount of time—even if you’ve never painted before!
You play with your toddler, but is she learning? You teach your toddler, but is he having fun? Now you can play and teach your toddler at the same time with this book. Written by an experienced child-care expert, this informative and fun guide shows you how to stimulate your child's development with age-appropriate, enjoyable, and educational activities such as: Making Puppets Margarine Tub Jellyfish Dinosaur Eggs Flower Crowns Story in a Bag Camping "Out" Plus rhymes and songs, holiday fun, and crafts galore! This updated edition also includes quick and easy activities for busy parents and new activities you can use to curb your child's tantrums. So if keeping your toddler busy is a challenge--and it usually is--here's the answer you've been waiting for.
Join Martha Stewart for a celebration of handcrafted holidays all year-round! New Year’s – Valentine’s Day – Easter – Mother’s Day – Father’s Day – Fourth of July – Halloween – Thanksgiving – Hanukkah – Christmas Let Martha inspire your creativity with the most beautiful crafts. The 225 handmade projects include cards and greetings, decorations, gifts and gift wrapping, tabletop accents, party favors, and kids’ crafts, as well as more holiday-specific activities, such as egg-dyeing, pumpkin carving, and tree trimming. Each idea is sure to make the holidays more festive—and memorable.
An indispensable guide and hands-on resource for families that want to joyfully build or deepen their connection with nature through a range of recipes for cooking, wellness, personal care, and crafts all year long. Emma Frisch and Jana Blankenship have a kindred friendship from their shared experiences as mothers, entrepreneurs, and nature lovers. Observing a growing demand from families wanting to reconnect to nature, they created this fun and practical resource. Seasonal Family Almanac gives families the tools to rediscover the soul-stirring magic that comes from living in tune with the seasons. Organized into twelve chapters and with content from a host of diverse contributors, it includes: Over 40 delicious food and beverage recipes from around the world, inspired by the authors' heritage and community, including Soothing White Pine Tea; Lunar New Year Dumplings; and Blueberry Lavender Crisp Bars Over 30 personal care and wellness recipes ranging from Violet and Dandelion Face Steam to a complete Newborn Care Kit, Clearing Chest Rub, and Forest Bathing Salts 25 crafts and activities including beautiful and easy twisted rope flower crowns, beginner-friendly botanically dyed capes, shadow puppets, and more. An invaluable resource for essential wisdom and creative inspiration every day of the year.
