Pet Science: 50 Purr-fectly Woof-Worthy Activities for You & Your Pets

Newcomb, Rain

Gunter, Veronika Alice

scholastic

These delectable and delightful gingerbread houses look elaborate, but thanks to a team of talented chefs and designers, every one is simple enough for a beginner to make. Develop the skills on a standard house; the instructions explain all the basics: recipes, creating patterns, assembling the pieces, and decorating it beautifully. Then get creative with 17 exceptional designs, including traditional Christmas fare to fulfill every crafter’s dream of making a holiday-themed gingerbread house, plus other surprises. Among the most unique: Dorothy’s House Lands in Oz, complete with a yellow brick road. A Selection of the Homestyle Book Club.

Making Gingerbread Houses: Dozens of Delectable Designs & Ideas (The Weekend Crafter)

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Crafts & Hobbies

Union Square & Co.

What makes your pet howl, yow,l and meow? Why do cats see so well in the dark? The newest entry in Lark’s favorably reviewed science series for children has the answers in a fun, fully-illustrated collection of activities that teach youngsters all about their family pets. And best of all, kids carry out the experiments with the help of the animals themselves. It’s like a game of “monkey see, monkey do” when youngsters imitate the variety of ways pets move by trying to slither, hop, and scamper. They’ll study the animal’s body language and try to understand what it’s “saying,” and test the buoyancy, strength, and water resistance of different types of hair and feathers. From dogs to fish, there's a wild world to discover.

Pet Science: 50 Purr-fectly Woof-worthy Activities for You & Your Pets

Children's Books

Science, Nature & How It Works

Cool Chemistry Concoctions: 50 Formulas that Fizz, Foam, Splatter & Ooze

What could be more entertaining than grossing out parents with a homemade batch of disgusting, runny slime? These 50 irresistible experiments, explained in terms that children will appreciate, show how enjoyable science can be. All the activities appear on colorful, illustrated spreads with an engaging cast of kid characters who show how the science fun is done. Most of the experiments use ordinary household materials, and they provide some cool visual and tactile effects.

Cool Chemistry Concoctions: 50 Formulas That Fizz, Foam, Splatter & Ooze

Rhatigan, Joe

they’re frighteningly adorable, and they’re about to conquer the world of kids’ crafts! Influenced by the popularity of Japanese animé, video-game culture, and urban illustration and design, lovable plush monsters have become a big new phenomenon. Yet they’re so simple to sew that kids can do itas long as they have this book, the only one of its kind created just for children. Just take fabric, a needle and thread, and stuffing to make one of a dozen cute, odd, and irresistible projects: creatures fashioned from old clothes, sporting Velcro faces (change expressions everyday!), and that even do double duty as mp3 player covers, backpacks, and pillows. Sidebars offer amusing information about the critters’ names, skills, and tastes. Not only will kids have fun, they’ll learn how to work with patterns and master basic hand and machine sewing skills. And, because encouraging creativity is so important, the guide suggests variations so children can make one-of-a-kind creations. Featuring the illustrations and monster designs of John Murphy, author of Stupid Sock Creatures!

Invasion of the Plush Monsters!: Wickedly Weird Creatures You Just Gotta Sew

Arts, Music & Photography

Jam-packed with more than 150 captivating games, this brightly illustrated collection will make sure that no kid ever whines I’m bored!” again. Sure, we’ve got quiet games that will keep kids’ attention, but we also have zippy, energy-burning activities. Youngsters will have a blast with scavenger hunts, fun pen and paper games, ball games guaranteed not to break anything, and even a nose-pushing popcorn race. They can test their reflexes with Foot Volleyball (volleyball played with a balloon and one foot) or Alligator (try to get past the alligator without getting munched). Most of the activities need only minimal set-up time and supplies found around the house, and game variations are included to multiply the fun. Nominated for a Disney Adventure Magazine Award.

The Ultimate Indoor Games Book: The Best Boredome Busters Ever!

Activities, Crafts & Games

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