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Craft Fun with Sondra
Sondra Clark

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Overview
Craft Fun with Sondra is geared toward both boys and girls ages four to 10 (or even slightly older). This book starts with a list of everyday supplies to keep on hand for craft projects, such as pipe cleaners, tape, yogurt containers, and film canisters. Next, there are over 55 inexpensive and easy crafts listed. Each craft idea is neatly organized with the materials needed, what, if any, adult supervision is required, and easy steps to follow. The book concludes with some edible crafts, such as "Decorated Toast" and "Mini S'mores", and inedible recipes, including "Easy Clay Bread Dough" and "Big Bubble Solution".

Highlights

  • How To have Fun Making Crafts Without Creating a Huge Mess
    Some simple ideas for kids to avoid making big messes when doing craft projects.

  • Glurch
    My sons made this the other day, and loved it. You just mix one cup (or a bit more) of cornstarch with one cup water. This mixture feels hard, but when you pick it up and squish it in your hand, it "oozes" between your fingers. This is great for Halloween parties. We did this outside, since it's a bit messy.

  • Snow Domes
    This sounds like an easy-to-do craft idea. All you need is an empty jar with lid, super glue or hot glue, small figurines, glitter, and Glycerin (found in crafts stores). These would be fun, inexpensive Christmas gifts your kids could make.

Bottomline:
Filled with fun craft ideas, this book would be an excellent gift for your children, teachers, daycare providers, or parents with young kids.

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