More Incredibly Awesome Crafts for Kids
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This book provides over 45 engaging craft projects for children aged 7 to 14, including wearables, gifts, dolls, puppets, painting, and paper projects. Each project uses easy-to-find, inexpensive materials and is illustrated with 250 color photos and 40 colorful patterns. The book includes step-by-step photographs, tips, techniques, and trivia to ensure successful completion and educational enrichment. Special tips are provided for each project, with indications when adult assistance is recommended.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-7
Length
144 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite craft from the book and why?
How do you think creating things with your hands can help you in other areas of your life?
If you could invent a new craft, what materials would you use and what would it look like?
How did you feel when you were making the crafts from the book?
Which craft would you like to make as a gift for someone else, and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the crafts, show genuine interest in your child's creations and thoughts to encourage openness.
Relate the crafts to real-life applications, such as problem-solving or creativity, to reinforce the value of the skills being developed.
Offer to work on a craft project together, using it as an opportunity for bonding and to foster a collaborative spirit.
Praise the effort and creativity your child puts into their crafts, emphasizing the process over the final product to build confidence.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Innovation
Explanation: This book guides children through various craft projects which encourage them to use their imagination and creativity.
Real-World Application: Children learn to express themselves and think outside the box, which can boost problem-solving skills and adaptability in real-life situations.
Example Lesson: Following Instructions
Explanation: Each craft project comes with a set of instructions that children must follow to achieve the desired outcome.
Real-World Application: This teaches children the importance of following directions carefully, a skill that is applicable in academic settings and daily routines.
Example Lesson: Patience and Perseverance
Explanation: Crafts require time and patience to complete, often involving trial and error.
Real-World Application: Children learn the value of patience and the ability to persevere through challenging tasks, fostering resilience.
Example Lesson: Resourcefulness
Explanation: Many projects encourage the use of recycled or repurposed materials.
Real-World Application: This can teach children how to be resourceful and make the most of available resources, promoting environmental consciousness and creativity in using what they have.
Example Lesson: Pride and Achievement
Explanation: Completing a craft provides a sense of accomplishment.
Real-World Application: This encourages a healthy self-esteem and the motivation to take on new challenges, both academically and personally.