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32 pp.
| Sea to Sea |
March, 2010 |
LibraryISBN 978-1-59771-211-8$28.50
(3)
4-6World of Design series.
Photographs by
Neil Thomson.
[diff. ill by2=Diff. photographs by]Each volume presents examples of crafts made around the world, then offers six simple items inspired by these goods that children can make (mostly using recycled materials). The directions allow for easy replication, while information about the crafts provides a window into world cultures. Somewhat busy page design can be forgiven, as the colorful close-up photographs provide such interesting details. Glos., ind. Review covers these World of Design titles: Bags and Purses, Bowls and Boxes, Festival Decorations, Masks, Musical Instruments, and Toys and Models.