Holiday Crafts For Kids

Twenty simple St. Patrick's Day crafts that kids can make using everyday materials. Clearly illustrated, step-by-step instructions result in great craft projects for beginners. Some of the crafts include a Candy Box Shamrock, a Leprechaun Face Mask, a Rainbow Bracelet, and a Pot of Gold Table Decoration.

Symbols of the African-American holiday of Kwanzaa-including harvest fruits and vegetables, the Kwanzaa cup and candles, and the mkeka mat-are the basis of many of the twenty projects in this unique book. Guided by colorful illustrations and using materials that are readily available, even young children will be able to make these easy crafts for a Kwanzaa celebration that is truly special.

CRAFTS FOR HANUKKAH offers twenty simple crafts specially designed for young children. There are games to play and gifts to give, and even a special Hanukkah book to store all your favorite memories in. Colorful step-by-step illustrations help turn inexpensive and readily available materials into easy-to-make gifts, games, and decorations that will add a youngster's special touch to this bright season.

Kids will love surprising dad on Father's Day by making him a special gift! "Father's Day Crafts & Gifts" includes 12 easy-to-make, gifts and crafts that require no patterns! Just follow the step-by-step directions, and included photograph of each craft, to make the perfect masterpiece for dad. Creative, personalized gift ideas include "Coupon Tool Box," "Hardware Picture Frame", "My Dad Rocks!" as well as creative cards for the World's Best Dad! Also included is a detailed list of materials making these crafts easy, and fun to complete.

Twenty simple Thanksgiving and autumn crafts specially designed for very young children. Indian corn kernals are used to create an attractive kitchen magnet, and a pumpkin becomes a festive centerpiece for the Thanksgiving meal. Colorful step-by-step illustrations help turn inexpensive and readily available materials into easy-to-make gifts, decorations, table items, and wall hangings that will add a youngster's special touch to the holiday season.

Kids will love getting ready to celebrate Independence Day by making a variety of red, white, and blue crafts! Perfect to celebrate the 4th of July, each craft includes step-by-step instructions, a list of needed materials, and a photograph of each finished craft. Make "crafting time" a "teaching time" by explaining that on July 4, 1776, the thirteen colonies claimed their independence from England, which later led to the formation of The United States of America! Did you know that on July 2, 1776 John Hancock was the first person to sign the Declaration of Independence? Each year on July 4th, Americans celebrate this historic event with picnics, parades, family reunions, barbeques, fireworks, and baseball games. These bright, fun crafts are perfect for young children to make and to use to decorate at home or at school.