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Books in Fun Activities For Kids series

  • Cooking On A Stick

    Linda White, Fran Lee

    Paperback (Gibbs Smith, Publisher, Nov. 16, 2000)
    6 X 8 In, 48Pp, 48 Full-Color Book Details:Format: PaperbackPublication Date: 11/16/2000
  • Putting on a Party

    Lori Bonner, Fran Lee

    Paperback (Gibbs Smith, Publisher, March 8, 2004)
    The newest title in our popular Children's Activity Series! Kids love parties, no matter the occasion! Putting on a Party: Adventure Parties for Kids teaches kids how to throw great parties, from organizing and planning to cleaning up and everything in between. Organized by individual party themes, Putting on a Party gives kids all the information they need to host a Polar Expedition, Westward Trek, Space Voyage, High Seas Adventure, or Sensational Safari. Outrageously creative activities await each partygoer-who doesn't want to make alien slime, drink rainforest refreshers, crack open moon rocks, munch on Oregon Trail pizza, or run a penguin race?-and kids will love the active role they play in planning and running their own celebrations! Included are ideas for games, prizes, refreshments, party favors, crafts, invitations, decorations, and more-all the information a busy mom or dad needs to help put together a party that children of all ages will love. The book also includes important information on being a good host, helping kids avoid hurt feelings and social blunders, and making sure no kids are left out of the fun-in short, it gives kids and parents all the information they need to know to make sure everyone has a good time. As a teacher, Lori Bonner began collecting games and activities to accelerate learning in her classroom. She now tries out new ideas on her family, neighbors, 4-H group, and other groups with which she volunteers. Lori lives with her husband and two children in Lehi, Utah. Fran Lee has illustrated and designed nine titles in this popular series. A native of Chicago, Fran currently lives with her husband in Portland, Oregon.
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  • Painting on a Canvas: Art Adventures for Kids

    Annie Wheeler, Debra Spina Dixon

    Library Binding (Paw Prints 2007-06-28, June 28, 2007)
    Painting on a Canvas encourages kids to draw, paint, shape, and cut, and provides entertaining activities to bring out the budding artist in every kid! With easy to understand instructions on everything from how to paint with watercolors to creating sculptures with clay, kids will learn how to create their own masterpieces, no matter the medium. Comprehensive material lists allow adult helpers to gather everything in advance for their little creators. Painting on a Canvas also includes spotlights of famous artists, such as Pablo Picasso and Michelangelo, along with kid-friendly discussions of art techniques, such as pointillism and negative space. There are even tips for more advanced young artists to expand their skills. These activities will help paint a smile on every kid's face, and foster a deeper understanding of the arts. Chapters include: Daring to Draw Painting Pleasures Paper Art Clay Creations Three-Dimensional Art
  • Sleeping In A Sack: Camping Activities for Kids

    Linda White, Fran Lee

    Paperback (Gibbs Smith, April 21, 2000)
    6X8 In, 64 Pp, Full-Color Illustrations < Throughout < From The Team That Brought You The < Deliciously Successful Cooking On A < Stick: Campfire Recipes For Kids Comes < Even More Outdoor Fun For Kids. It's < All Here! You'll Find Out How To Have < A Full, Well-Planned, and Adventurous < Camping Trip--Whether That Trip Is A < Night In The Backyard Or Two Weeks In < The Woods. and It's Filled With Lively < Illustrations, How-To Diagrams, and < Packing Lists.
  • Riding on a Range: Western Activities for Kids

    Lawson Drinkard, Fran Lee

    Paperback (Gibbs Smith, April 8, 2003)
    Games, recipes, and activities for western fun. Here's a ten-gallon hat full of ideas to help kids use their imaginations all year long. Design your own ranch brand Make a buckin' bronco stick horse Cook cowboy grub at the campfire or in the kitchen Cut out a cowboy vest and chaps from paper bags Hold a rodeo barrel race with your friends Craft a cool bandana pillow Entertain family with a western skit Rhyme some silly or serious cowboy poetry Plan a Little Wrangler Party Much, much more
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  • Cooking in a Can

    Kate White, Debra Dixon

    Paperback (Gibbs Smith, Publisher, April 21, 2006)
    Cooking in a Can is the perfect activity book for kids who love to camp and cook! The newest book in our successful children's activities series, Cooking in a Can follows Cooking on a Stick (now over 63,000 copies sold), and introduces dozens of techniques for cooking outside. Author Kate White shows kids the beauty of cooking over a campfire, with dozens of delicious and easy recipes like Hot Rock Chicken and Wilderness Wonder Chocolate Cake. From cooking in a can to cooking in a paper bag to cooking on a rock, this activity book produces scrumptious results that kids of all ages will enjoy.
  • Splashing by the Shore: Beach Activities for Kids

    Lisa Mullarkey, Debra Dixon

    Paperback (Gibbs Smith, Feb. 28, 2007)
    Splashing by the Shore Lisa Mullarkey Summer's here and the time is right-for Splashing by the Shore! Hit the beach with the newest addition to our bestselling children's activity series. With tips on beach etiquette and helpful checklists of items to take along, kids can help pack and plan for a day on the shore. Uncover the mysteries of tide pools, make sand-sational crafts, and play fun seaside games. From sand games to water relays, the book introduces kids to exciting games and beach-themed crafts. There are also ideas for throwing a beach party any time of year, with tips on low-cost decorations, invitation ideas, food and games, and favors. Live in a landlocked state? No problem! Author Lisa Mullarkey shows kids how to turn a backyard swimming pool into the ultimate beach party destination!
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  • Wishing on a Star: Constellation Stories and Stargazing Activities for Kids

    Fran Lee

    Paperback (Gibbs Smith, March 12, 2001)
    If you go outside on a clear night, you can't help yourself. Your head tilts back, your eyes rise up, and you find yourself gazing at the stars . . . WOW! From the beginning of time, people have admired the night sky's beauty. The night sky is our oldest picture book, and Wishing on a Star retells some of these stories from around the world in simple language that kids can understand. Wishing on a Star also includes lots of fun activities that celebrate the stars. Learn how to make a twinkling thaumatrope, fly a starry kite, and act in your own constellation play. Star maps and stargazing tips show how to find the constellations, and cool science facts teach more about the stars. Paperback, Full-Color Illustrations Throughout, Ages 7 and up
  • Art Activities for Kids

    James Manning, Christabelle Manning, Arts and Crafts for Kids

    Paperback (Arts and Crafts for Kids, May 8, 2019)
    This book has 28 black and white snowflake templates. Snowflakes are of different levels of difficulty. The price of this book includes permission to download 4 other books in the series in a PDF format. Details about a) how PDFs can be downloaded and b) where the password can be found are inside this book. Bonus downloads included in the price of the book 3D cars $9.99, by James Manning Paper Town $8.99 by James Manning Christmas Coloring Book $3.99 by James Manning Snowflake Templates (Medium to Hard Difficulty Level) Book Features Soft bound Books can be printed using the PDFs provided. 28 black and white snowflake templates Can make excellent Christmas tree decorations 8.5 inches by 11.0 inches 200gms cover Makes an excellent gift Password for PDF downloads is located on page 16
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  • Art Activities for Kids

    James Manning, Christabelle Manning, Arts and Crafts For Kids

    Paperback (Arts and Crafts for Kids, June 20, 2019)
    This book has 28 black and white snowflake templates. Snowflakes are of different levels of difficulty.The price of this book includes permission to download 4 other books in the series in a PDF format. Details about a) how PDFs can be downloaded and b) where the password can be found are inside this book.Bonus downloads included in the price of the book 3D cars $9.99, by James Manning Paper Town $8.99 by James Manning Christmas Coloring Book $3.99 by James Manning Snowflake Templates (Medium to Hard Difficulty Level) Book Features Soft bound Books can be printed using the PDFs provided. 28 black and white snowflake templates Can make excellent Christmas tree decorations 8.5 inches by 11.0 inches 200gms cover Makes an excellent gift Password for PDF downloads is located on page 16
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  • Cooking On A Stick: Campfire Recipes for Kids

    Linda White, Fran Lee

    Paperback (Gibbs Smith, Nov. 16, 2000)
    6 X 8 In 48 pages 48 Full-Color illustrations Ages 7 To 11 With These Sensible and Sensitive Safety-First Recipes, This Upbeat Book Guides Kids Through The Fun and Rewarding Process of Campfire Cooking. Whether They're At A Campground With Other Campers, In The Forest With A Scouting Group, Or Simply In Their Own Backyard With Their Family. They'll Become Familiar With All The Basic Methods For Successful Outdoor Cooking. Three Cooking Methods Are Explained With Recipes Given For Each: Cooking On A < Stick, In A Pouch, and On The Grill.
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  • Art Activities for Kids

    James Manning, Craft Projects For Kids

    Paperback (Craft Projects for Kids, Nov. 6, 2019)
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