Big Book of Crafts and Activities

by James Mitchem (Editor), Dave King (Photographer)

With fun ideas for sleepovers and get-togethers, tea parties and outdoor games, "The Book of Crafts and Activities" provides tips and instructions on more than 150 things to see, make and do, whether kids have 10 minutes, a few hours, or all day.

Featuring campfire activities, games for road trips, treasure-hunting ideas, how to make your own flip-flops, how to create your own secret text message language, and more, young readers are encouraged to explore new interests and discover hidden talents, finding inspiration and fun activities.

128 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2013

Reviews

[Dolly]

This is an entertaining book of crafts and activities for children (targeted toward girls). Many of the crafts look like they are things that older children can make with little to no supervision. And the recipes look yummy. Other projects are more complicated, but still manageable with adult assistance.

Our oldest loves books like this and she really liked the different projects. I'm not sure how many she'll do, but it was fun to look at them. The big, colorful photographs really complement the narrative and help to explain the instructions.

[Great Books]

More than one hundred projects that inspire readers to explore new interests and discover hidden talents through fun activities. There are projects for every interest including sewing, gardening, cooking, redecorating, jewelry making. Learn how to make button jewelry, grow strawberries, make ice cream, customize your diary and more.
Reviewer 16

[Heydi Smith]

This book is packed with inexpensive crafts that can be done in an hour or less and are so much fun. It has step by step instructions and lots of interesting side points.

I would like to point out that from an adult stand point this book is not "Big" as the title suggests but it is certainly packed with great crafts and activities.

[Jessica Adams Duzan]

This book has everything!! Crafts, recipes,furniture make-overs, sewing,gardening ideas, sleep over games and more! There really is something for everyone. I will say that for most of the activities, children will need help from adults.

[Christiana]

Some of these could be fun teen programs. My faves: Strawberry boots, ice cream making, glove change purses, music games.

[Stephanie Cox]

If you have a daughter who likes all things girly this is the book for you. Filled with fun ideas it is sure to be a hit.