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Bull, Jane
5 Reviews
(3)
4-6
Instructions for ten craft projects (and variations on them) are illustrated with color photos of each step and the final products. These projects are not for beginners, as they can involve sharp tools and knowledge of skills such as how to knit (the directions included are more of a refresher). If you find knitted dolls and handmade boxes intriguing, this is a good resource. Ind.
Reviewer: Gail Hedges
(3)
4-6
A series of photographs shows young prestidigitators performing magic tricks, including the disappearing handkerchief and the vanishing coin, as they would be observed from the perspective of the audience. Each simple illusion is followed by a step-by-step explanation of how it was actually accomplished. Colorfully designed, this lively volume captures the appeal of magic for many kids. Ind.
Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta
(4)
K-3
Featuring child-pleasing snacks, sweets, and a few main dishes, the volume provides recipes that children and adults will enjoy making together. Unfortunately, the busy format--which uses color photographs to illustrate each step of every recipe, as well as all the ingredients and implements--makes following the directions difficult. The picture glossary of culinary terms would have been better placed at the beginning of the book. Ind.
Reviewer: Anne St. John
(4)
K-3
Pedestrian prose offers instructions for creating Halloween decorations, costumes, and masks, as well as ideas for party games and goodies. None of the material is particularly novel in this basic craft volume, and the layout suffers from overcrowding. However, fans of the October holiday will be drawn to the clear color photos of candlelit jack-o'-lanterns and trick-or-treaters dressed as witches and vampires. Ind.
Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta
(3)
4-6
Using the same basic elements (a chair, lampshade, a chest of drawers), five different decorative schemes are explained. DK's signature photos, captions, and white space show the whimsical and practical in color choice, creative storage, collection display, paint techniques, lampshade decorations, etc. The only thing missing? A caveat to check with your resident adult! Ind.
Reviewer: Gail Hedges
5 reviews
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