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Books in Kids Can Do It! series

  • Gifts to Make and Eat

    Elizabeth MacLeod, June Bradford

    Hardcover (Kids Can Press, Sept. 1, 2001)
    Gift giving should come from the heart, and there is nothing more personal than gifts made by hand -- especially ones you can eat! With over 30 fun, inexpensive recipes in this book in the Kids Can Do It series, kids won't need a lot of time -- or money -- to dazzle their friends and family. In addition, there are more than 25 ideas for making and decorating reusable containers, so they'll be creating one-of-a-kind presents that can be enjoyed long after the edible goodies are gone! Kids can make * chocolate truffle mice * a fuzzy felt gift bag * stained-glass fudge * great granola * homemade muffin mix * a button-covered gift box
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  • Electric Mischief: Battery-Powered Gadgets Kids Can Build

    Alan Bartholomew, Lynn Bartholomew

    Hardcover (Kids Can Press, Aug. 1, 2002)
    In this book in the Kids Can Do It series, Electric Al shows kids how to make their very own electric backscratcher, illuminated fork and more kooky creations using step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow illustrations. Features information on battery connections and switches, as well as lots of ideas for building on the basics. Projects include * electric dice * a bumper car * a noisemaker * a robot hand
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  • Papier-Mache

    Renee Schwarz

    Hardcover (Kids Can Press, Jan. 15, 2000)
    Papier-m?ch? is a craft that anyone can do. All that's required to make the 11 colorful, practical and inexpensive creatures in this book in the Kids Can Do It series is water, newspaper, flour and a few items from around the house, such as aluminum foil, a frozen-juice container or string. Using odds and ends, and following the easy step-by-step instructions, kids can make such handy items as * a money-munching fish bank * a lion magazine holder * a bug vase * cat and mouse bookends * a giraffe pencil holder * an elephant box These wacky creations make perfect gifts -- that is, if kids can bear to part with them!
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  • Knotting: Make Your Own Basketball Nets, Guitar Straps, Sports Bags and More

    Judy Ann Sadler, Celeste Gagnon

    Hardcover (Kids Can Press, March 1, 2006)
    Knotting is a traditional art that's fun to learn. This book in the Kids Can Do It series shows kids how to make both simple and intricate knots with rope, cord or twine. Then they can find out how to use these knots to make amazing stuff. Soon they'll have knotting all tied up!
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  • All-American Quilts

    Biz Storms, June Bradford

    Hardcover (Kids Can Press, Sept. 1, 2003)
    Quilting is a popular handicraft today, but it has always been part of America's rich and vibrant history. Featuring easy stitches and simple-to-follow patterns, this book in the Kids Can Do It series offers lots of fun and creative ways for kids to celebrate their American spirit!
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  • Cat Crafts

    Linda Hendry

    Paperback (Kids Can Press, April 1, 2002)
    In this book in the Kids Can Do It series, kids can make these purrrfectly adorable crafts.
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  • Knotting: Make Your Own Basketball Nets, Guitar Straps, Sports Bags and More

    Judy Ann Sadler, Celeste Gagnon

    Paperback (Kids Can Press, March 1, 2006)
    Knotting is a traditional art that's fun to learn. This book in the Kids Can Do It series shows kids how to make both simple and intricate knots with rope, cord or twine. Then they can find out how to use these knots to make amazing stuff. Soon they'll have knotting all tied up!
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  • Everybody Potties! Children's Board Book

    Cheri Vogel, Belinda Strong

    Board book (Cottage Door Press, April 1, 2015)
    Everybody Potties: this 'I can do it' shaped board book is perfect for little ones who are exploring their world. Is your child ready to try potty training? The light and lively story is encouraging and reassuring. These potty-time buddies will turn fears into cheers!
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  • Dog Crafts

    Linda Hendry

    Hardcover (Kids Can Press, April 1, 2002)
    Want your friends to howl with delight? Then surprise a pooch-loving pal or a canine companion with one of these creative crafts! All 17 fun ideas in this book in the Kids Can Do It series, including a fuzzy puppy pillow and a doggie desktop organizer, use easy-to-find materials. With full-color photos, patterns and simple-to-follow directions, these unique projects will have your friends "hounding" you for more! You can make a * doghouse bookend * pooch pencil case * canine collar cover * dog biscuit frame * puppy-treat jar * handy hound hook Illustrated step-by-step instructions make it easy!
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  • Little Tiger School: Children's Board Book

    Scarlett Wing, Cottage Door Press, Kathryn Selbert

    Board book (Cottage Door Press, Sept. 1, 2015)
    This shaped board book is perfect for little ones who are exploring their world. Is your child ready for the first day of school?? The light and lively story is encouraging and reassuring. Little Tiger and his friends are there to help!
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  • Simply Sewing

    Judy Ann Sadler, Jane Kurisu

    Library Binding (Paw Prints 2008-08-11, Aug. 11, 2008)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY.
  • Making Candles

    Judy Ann Sadler, Tracy Walker

    School & Library Binding (Tandem Library, March 16, 1998)
    A non-fiction book for children
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