Show-How Guides: Pop-Up Cards
Show-How Guides Series
2022
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What’s inside...
Show-How Pop-Up Cards is a primer designed to teach kids the basics of creating pop-up cards with a clear and fun graphic style. The guide contains 12 essential designs, with each step illustrated to cater to different learning styles. It covers how to design, fold, and decorate pop-up cards in both classic and unique styles. Show-How Guides is a series that provides visual, step-by-step introductions to a variety of skills, from hair braiding to pumpkin carving, aiming to equip kids with timeless skills.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-11
Length
48 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite pop-up card design in the book and why?
How do you think the colors and shapes affect the way a message is communicated through a card?
If you could create a pop-up card for anyone in the world, who would it be for and what would it look like?
What emotions did you feel when you saw the pop-up cards open up?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by expressing genuine interest in the pop-up cards your child likes. This shows that their preferences are valued.
Encourage creativity by asking your child to imagine and describe their own pop-up card designs.
Discuss the emotional impact of giving and receiving handmade cards, highlighting the personal touch and effort involved.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Expression
Explanation: The book guides children through various pop-up card designs, encouraging them to use their imagination and personalize their creations.
Real-World Application: Children learn to express themselves and their feelings through art, which can be beneficial in personal development and emotional communication.
Example Lesson: Following Instructions
Explanation: Each card design comes with step-by-step instructions, teaching children to follow detailed guidance to achieve specific results.
Real-World Application: This skill is applicable in academic settings, helping children understand the importance of following directions to complete tasks or projects successfully.
Example Lesson: Attention to Detail
Explanation: Creating pop-up cards requires careful attention to cutting, folding, and assembling precisely as instructed.
Real-World Application: Enhances a child's ability to focus and pay close attention to minor details, useful in both academic and everyday life scenarios.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Children might encounter challenges while creating the cards, requiring them to think critically and find solutions.
Real-World Application: Develops critical thinking skills, preparing children to tackle challenges and solve problems in diverse areas of their lives.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for Handcrafted Gifts
Explanation: The book promotes the value of creating personalized gifts, which can hold more sentimental value than store-bought items.
Real-World Application: Fosters a sense of appreciation for effort and thoughtfulness in gifts, encouraging kindness and consideration towards others.