Books with author Catherine Ward

Jets are high-interest aircraft that many people of all ages are fascinated by. With the help of this captivating book, readers get a chance to make their own paper jets using paper and an assortment of folding techniques. These exciting origami projects take paper airplanes to a whole new level. Helpful diagrams accompany step-by-step instructions and guide readers through each part of every activity. Along the way, readers learn about different types of jets and learn the basics of this unique Japanese art form.

Ukraine is the largest new state to appear on the map of Europe this century. With a population of more than 50 million people and a territory larger than France, the new Ukrainian state faces many challenges, not least of which is to forge a national identity after years of Soviet rule. Burden of Dreams examines daily life in Soviet and post-Soviet Ukraine, showing why Ukrainian nationalism and its program of "Ukrainianization" have appealed to the largest Russian diaspora and to millions of Russified Ukrainians. Focusing on schools, festivals, commemorative ceremonies, and monuments, Catherine Wanner shows how Soviet-created narratives have been recast to reflect a post-Soviet Ukrainocentric perspective. In the process, we see how new histories are understood and acted upon. This reveals regional cleavages and the resilience of cultural differences produced by the Soviet regime. For some people, the system they criticized yesterday is the one they long for today. The struggle to remember or to forget is particularly intense in post-Soviet societies. Burden of Dreams is especially valuable for showing us the monumental task facing a Ukrainian state that is seeking to craft cultural solidarity after years of Soviet rule.

The angles and curves of aircraft are paramount components in their flight. Airplane enthusiasts will love the action photographs of their favorite planes and then creating their own with some paper and the art of origami. After learning just a few kinds of folds, they can produce their own models, including an orbiter, a stunt plane, and a spy aircraft. Accessible directions accompanied by labeled illustrations make this book a fantastic introduction to the revered Japanese art form.

There seems to be some odd things going on in the city of London lately. Take the murders, for instance; quite peculiar. And those missing statues. What's going on there? And shouldn't St. Paul’s Church have a roof? Odd. Horatio Lyle, of course, is no stranger to . . . well, strangeness. In fact, he finds the lure of the unknown quite invigorating. But having just survived the most frightening episode in his life, the last thing he wants is that pompous Lord Lincoln sticking his nose in again and demanding that he take on another case the police are too thick to solve. Of course, His Lordship can be painfully persuasive at times, so it should come as no surprise that Lyle, along with his young protégés Tess (the thief) and Thomas (the rich kid), and his faithful hound Tate (the smart one), is soon up to his neck in events of a singularly unscientific nature.

The festive season is the perfect time for crafting--getting busy with glue, paper, and scissors will fill kids with anticipation and excitement. Christmas Crafting with Kids is packed with more than 35 fun and imaginative seasonal projects for both boys and girls. There are dozens of achievable ideas for decorations, gifts, cards, and even handmade gift wrapping. Little crafters will enjoy making festive decorations such as paper chains, crackers, and handstitched stockings, as well as perfect gifts like cute snow shakers, decorated photoframes, and delicious chocolate brownies! All the classic crafting techniques are covered, from potato printing to sewing, baking, decoupage,modelling, stencilling, and more. * 35 funky projects clearly illustrated with step-by-step instructions * More than 60,000 copies already sold. * Creative family fun for parents and children alike.

Encourage your kids to get in touch with their creative side with What Shall We Do Today? For children, the experience of creating is every bit as important as the end result. Crafting will fire their imagination and offer an inspiring alternative to endless hours in front of the computer or TV screen. What Shall We Do Today? is packed with more than 60 colorful, fun, and imaginative projects designed for boys and girls aged between 3-12 years. The book is arranged by season, and each section is crammed full of vibrant, appealing ideas for fun crafting activities, great gifts and pretty decorations. Every project can be completed using readily available materials - just follow the step-by-step instructions and you can't go wrong.Catherine Woram studied fashion at St Martins School of Art in London, followed by a masters in fashion at the Royal College of Art. She writes for many publications, including the Telegraph magazine, Ideal Home and Prima. Her earlier books include Crafting with Kids, Gardening with Kids, Christmas Crafting with Kids and What Shall we Do Today? and Felt Button Bead, all published by Ryland Peters & Small.

Get outside and have fun with activities that can be done anywhere, without the use of complex equipment, batteries, or the internetEver wondered how to make a bottle xylophone or a pin-hole camera, or thought of growing crystals in vinegar or bending water with electricity? If so, this is the book for you. Helpfully divided into four thematic chapters—"Outdoor and Adventurous," "Science and Nature," "Arts and Crafts," and "Rainy Day"—this interactive book contains 101 fun activities and traditional pastimes that are a must for young, intelligent boys and girls keen to explore the world and learn new skills. It also contains space to tick off and rate each activity as they are completed. This book is guaranteed to encourage you to switch off the TV and shut down the computer and instead engage in hours of old-fashioned fun (and a little bit of mischief).