Books in I Can Do It series

Embroidery is enjoying a resurgence as the crafting craze continues to build among young people. Described as drawing with needle and thread, it's a creative way for kids to make a statement by embellishing their clothing with personal designs. Embroidery stitches also produce really cool one-of-a-kind gifts, like jewelry or Christmas ornaments. This book in the Kids Can Do It series features 12 different stitches, full-color photos and simple-to-follow directions for a variety of easy projects.

Enliven backyards, balconies, doorways or windowsills with some original windpowered crafts in this book in the Kids Can Do It series. Made with recycled and easy-to-find materials, these fantastic wind chimes and whirligigs will blow kids away! Each of the 12 projects is a delight for the eyes and ears. Get ready to watch them whirl and hear them ring in the breeze. Kids can make a * crazy kitten * clothespin fly * whirli-bird * flutterfly * crested key bird * wind dragon

Native peoples have always turned to the natural world to make everything from clothing to cooking utensils to ceremonial items. In the same tradition of using materials and designs inspired by nature, this book in the Kids Can Do It series shows kids how to make their own beautiful native crafts and musical instruments. Photos, diagrams and step-by-step instructions make it easy! Kids will also find out more about the many Native peoples of North America. Kids can make * seed and bead jewellery * clay pinch pots * totem poles * moccasins * hoop drums * corncob and cornhusk dolls

Enliven backyards, balconies, doorways or windowsills with some original windpowered crafts in this book in the Kids Can Do It series. Made with recycled and easy-to-find materials, these fantastic wind chimes and whirligigs will blow kids away! Each of the 12 projects is a delight for the eyes and ears. Get ready to watch them whirl and hear them ring in the breeze. Kids can make a * crazy kitten * clothespin fly * whirli-bird * flutterfly * crested key bird * wind dragon

From a polka-dot pie that's perfect for a party to a silly salami you can eat for dessert, this book in the Kids Can Do It series is choc-a-block with more than 45 tasty chocolate recipes. Includes Quick Treats, delicious chocolate ideas kids can prepare in minutes, or even seconds! Kids can make * triple chocolate cookies * cool shakes * s'more gorp * candy-covered pizza * dirt dessert

Sun-loving robins like open-air houses. Homebody house sparrows prefer a roof over their heads. Friendly purple martins love to live together in sky castles. Just like people, birds need a space to call their own. The nine birdhouses featured in this book in the Kids Can Do It series require only basic woodworking skills and easy-to-find or recycled materials. Illustrated step-by-step instructions will help kids -- and parents -- turn their backyards into regular bird havens!