April 1, 2022
Gr 3-6- Making something out of nothing is an irresistible and cost-effective premise for crafters. These books offer eight crafts per volume, grouped by material, including two books of crafts made with miscellaneous surplus items. Projects are relatively simple to complete, but not foolproof. A steady hand, good color sense, or precise cutting will be required in order to achieve attractive results, and adult assistance is often needed to use a power drill or a sharp knife. Fun facts introduce each craft, and "Top Tip" sidebars offer ideas for customizing creations. Some projects are less thrifty, such as a pencil cup made from scrap paper and a lot of glue (Trash to Treasure), or ice cream cones made from an egg carton and large pom-poms (Egg Cartons). VERDICT These attractive books will fill the gaps in any upcycled craft offerings.
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