Books with author Cousins

Anyone can learn the art of Plastic Canvas crafts!Are you a parent who wants to work on a fun and easy project with your kids? Or are you a teen looking for a quick weekend project or something to do while traveling on boring car rides? Just in the market for a crafty way to spend a rainy day?"Fun With Plastic Canvas" will teach you what you need to know to get started today. Learn about the different materials and supplies you will need and the basic stitches, then tackle one (or all!) of the 9 projects in this book. Contents include: 1. Materials & Supplies2. Plastic Canvas Basics3. Sampler Bookmark4. Photo Frame5. Card Holders6. Pretty Little Box7. Eye Glasses Case8. Pencil Case9. The Secret “Stache”10. Notebook Cover11. Star OrnamentAboutAll original designs by the author, each project contains a chart/diagram and written directions. Because of all the color photos, this ebook is best read on a larger tablet, laptop, or computer screen.

"Maisy is confident and acquainted with the routines of preschool. She clearly has no separation issues. . . . As always, Cousins’s bright color illustrations are simple and appealing." – School Library JournalIn a bright, full-size storybook full of familiar scenes, this child-friendly look at a day in the life of a preschooler is one that both newcomers and seasoned pros will be happy to share.

The celebrated mouse is back — and she's cleaning house!For Maisy, even cleaning up can be fun — if you have a friend stop by to help. In Maisy Cleans Up, Charley smells something delicious in Maisy’s kitchen but has to wait until the floor is dry. Time passes more quickly when he pitches in to pick up some toys, and washing the windows is a cinch with Charley inside and Maisy out. Now the floor is finally dry, and there are the treats, all ready to eat. Good job! A story for parents to love as much as kids!

“Not only has irresistible charm but in Cousins’s signature fashion, there’s a lot to learn. . . . There’s a world of interactive enjoyment here.” — Booklist (starred review)Little woodpecker has just learned to peck. He’s having so much fun that he peck-peck-pecks right through a door and has a go at everything on the other side. Children will be drawn to the young bird’s exuberance at learning a new skill—and ready to snuggle along at day’s end for a night of sweet dreams.

Knot-tying is a versatile craft that practically anyone can do, anywhere. From traditional sailor’s knots to the trendy friendship bracelets of the 90’s to the modern craze of paracord crafts, knot tying is a fun and valuable skill. Guys, gals and even young kids can learn the principles of knot tying to create a huge variety of projects. This ebook will teach you a selection of the most widely used, best loved knots and a variety of accompanying projects. The step-by-step photo instructions make it easy to learn, even for the beginner!

“Take the plunge with Maisy and her friends as they splash and wade through their first swimming lesson.” — Kirkus ReviewsToday Maisy and her friends are going swimming for the first time. Eddie is a natural, but Maisy and Tallulah get into the pool slowly—ooh, it’s freezing! But soon they are kicking and floating and even blowing bubbles with the rest. Whether water-shy or raring to go, young readers will relate to Maisy as she learns to make a splash!

In an exuberant display of color, Lucy Cousins invites little ones to imagine themselves as brilliant birds.Birds of all feathers flock together in a fun, rhyme-filled offering by the creator of Maisy. From the rooster’s “cock-a-doodle-doo” at dawn to the owl’s nighttime “tuwit, tuwoo,” the cheeps and tweets of many bright and beautiful avian friends will have children eager to join in as honorary fledglings. This day in the life of birds will hold the attention of even the smallest bird-watchers, whether at storytime or just before settling into their cozy nests to sleep.