From opening the hook-and-loop fastener to access the pages of this book to learning how to use the other fasteners such as a snap, button, and a zipper, this hands-on book helps children develop fine motor skills and practice weather-appropriate independent dressing in an engaging and friendly way. Inspired by the Montessori method of education, this board book focuses on practical, hands-on learning. Young readers learn how to fasten and unfasten a button, zip and unzip a zipper, open and close a snap fastener, and tie and untie a shoelace using a clear, step-by-step approach. My World is an engaging series inspired by the Montessori method of education where each title features hands-on, practical learning. Enthusiastic young learners can explore many exciting topics presented in creative, unique formats.
Every little kid is challenged by zippers, buttons, laces, snaps, and other things that hold clothes together. This charming book is filled with delightful, full-color illustrations of kids getting dressed, and each illustration has something special, such as a real sneaker shoelace to tie, and more.
Here Yoshiko Tsukiori turns her attention to clothes for little girls. She offers a complete wardrobe of 28 pieces from smart dresses to smocks, trousers and even a parka. Also included are a cute cap, clasp purse and drawstring bag, which are bound to delight their owners. She doesn't neglect the details – bows, pin tucks, patch pockets and lace edging make gorgeous extras. As children's clothes should be, these designs are comfortable and practical to wear as well as pleasing to look at. The designs are based on unfussy shapes, straightforward sewing techniques and a minimum of pattern pieces, making them easily adaptable for use with different fabrics or in longer or shorter lengths. Comprehensive instructions, with step-by-step diagrams, are included, together with a full-scale paper pattern in five sizes (covering roughly ages 3 to 10).
Features sewing projects for dynamic toys, including a vampire that turns into a bat, an alligator with a zippered mouth, and a bird that can perch almost anywhere.
Snap the popper, tug the zip, tie your laces and more with this fun fastenings book! This hands-on book of fastenings develops fine motor skills and helps your child practise weather-appropriate, independent dressing in an engaging and friendly way.
Deep under the water, in the ocean blue, noisy sharks are shouting...and waiting for you! Die-cuts on each page reveal the sharks' wobbly eyes and zipper mouths. This fun story with colorful text features lots of noisy words for readers to shout out on each page.
Stop changing diapers?start potting your baby. Over half the world's children are potty trained by one year old, yet the average potty training age in the United States is currently three years old. This leaves parents wondering: What did people do before diapers? and How do I help my own baby out of diapers sooner?Elimination Communication, also known as EC, is the natural alternative to full-time diapers and conventional toilet training. Although human babies have been pottied from birth for all human history, we've modernized the technique to work in today's busy world.Go Diaper Free shows parents of 0-18 month babies, step-by-step, how to do EC with confidence, whether full time or part time, with diapers or without. "Diaper-free" doesn't mean a naked baby making a mess everywhere - it actually means free from dependence upon diapers. With this book, new parents can avoid years of messy diapers, potty training struggles, diaper rash, and unexplained fussiness. Also helpful for those considering EC, in the middle of a potty pause, or confused about how to begin.This 6th edition includes a new section on The Dream Pee, a full text and graphic revision, more photos of EC in action, and a complete list of further resources.MULTIMEDIA EDITION: includes the book and access to private video library, helpful downloads, additional troubleshooting, and our private online support group run by our Certified Coaches. For less than the cost of a case of diapers, you can learn EC hands-on, the way it's meant to be learned.