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Books in Show-Me series

  • I Can Cook: How-to-Cook Activity Projects for the Very Young

    Sarah Maxwell

    Paperback (Anness, April 1, 2000)
    Children love to watch and help in the preparation of food from a very young age - especially if it includes the chance to mix ingredients and sample the results before they reach the table! This bright and fun new book allows children to try cooking for themselves - with a little adult guidance - by presenting 16 captivating step-by-step recipes for kids to try at home. The techniques are simple and safety-conscious, and the results are wonderfully enticing and inspiring, tempting children with an imaginative use of color and presentation techniques to try a wide range of different and healthy food. The recipes cover light snacks, main meals and special occasion treats that taste delicious and are fun to create. Recipes featured in I Can Cook include: Cheese Dip with Dunks; Swimming Fish Cakes; Pasta with Lentil Sauce; Banana Lollipops; Jello Pond; and Crazy Popcorn. Step-by-step photographs show children in the acts of making and doing, take the reader through each stage of a recipe, and provide clearly illustrated checklists of ingredients and equipment needed as well as useful hints and tips for easy variations. The informative introduction offers invaluable advice on how to prepare, begin to cook, weigh, and measure. It also includes a glossary of cooking terms and essential equipment to have in the kitchen.
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  • Show-Me: Studebaker Horse-Drawn Carriages From 1893

    Angela M Foster, Gray Parker

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Dec. 15, 2015)
    A picture book featuring 30 different beautiful horse-drawn carriages that the Studebaker Bros. made before and during 1893. Each carriage includes the name that was given to it." The "Show-Me:" picture book series is made for ALL ages. They are especially enjoyed by: Young children, visual (spatial) learners, language impaired, disabled, and history buffs.
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  • Show-Me: Hand Shadow Puppets From 1859

    Angela M Foster, Henry Bursill

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Jan. 23, 2016)
    A picture book featuring 17 unique pictures showing different hand shadow puppets from the year of 1859. The "Show-Me:" picture book series is made for ALL ages. They are especially enjoyed by: Young children, visual (spatial) learners, language impaired, disabled, elderly, homeschoolers, private schools and history buffs.
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  • Show Me How: I Can Make Music: Easy-to-Make Instruments for Kids Shown Step by Step

    Michael Purton

    Hardcover (Armadillo, April 7, 2015)
    16 fantastic projects on how to make, decorate and play your very own musical instruments - make a bass from a cardboard box, a bottle xylophone and a bugle from a funnel and garden hose!
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  • Show Me How: Knitting: Knitting Storybook & How-to-Knit Instructions

    Susan Levin, Gloria Tracy

    Paperback (Sixth&Spring Books, Dec. 1, 2007)
    Meet Mary Ruth—she and her brother Jacob are going to Grandma’s house for the weekend. There’s nothing Mary Ruth likes more, because Grandma has a wonderful crafts room full of cool things. And this visit, Grandma has promised Mary Ruth a special surprise: knitting lessons! At first, Mary Ruth is afraid it might be hard. But she discovers it’s fun and easy too. The accompanying book features Mary Ruth’s knitting instructions written “just the way Grandma taught me,” with all the basic techniques and directions for four projects: a Barkley Ball, Hotsy-Totsy Hat, Tasseled Skinny Scarf, and Kitty Comforter.
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  • Show Me How I Can Paint: Arty activities for kids shown step by step

    Petra Boase

    Hardcover (Armadillo, Aug. 7, 2016)
    A lively learn-as-you-try project book for 3-7 year olds, with sponges, stencils, block prints, marbling and fingers!
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  • PAW Patrol: Real Rescue Dogs

    Media Lab Books

    Hardcover (Media Lab Books, Aug. 8, 2017)
    Young readers know that the PAW Patrol is ready for action. But in this book, Ryder and his friends will teach them about real dogs trained to rescue people whenever and wherever needed. From fire and police dogs to service and therapy dogs, this book highlights dozens of courageous canines, including some who have saved their owners!For more PAW Patrol fun, look for these other Show & Tell Me titles!PAW Patrol: Why Do Dogs Drool?PAW Patrol: Mega MachinesPAW Patrol: Real Rescue DogsPAW Patrol: P Is for Pups!PAW Patrol: Onward and Pupward!
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  • Show Me How: I Can Cook: Recipes for kids shown step by step

    Sarah Maxwell

    Hardcover (Armadillo, Jan. 7, 2014)
    This bright and fun book allows children to cook for themselves, with a little adult guidance, by presenting 16 captivating step-by-step recipes for them to follow at home. All the techniques are simple and safety-conscious, and the results are wonderful
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  • PAW Patrol: Hometown Heroes

    Media Lab Books

    Hardcover (Media Lab Books, Oct. 31, 2017)
    These heroes are ready to save the day! Join the pups of PAW Patrol to meet the different kinds of people working to make your community a great, safe place to be. This amazing book includes awesome full color photos and amazing facts about firefighters, police officers, teachers, doctors and more!For more PAW Patrol fun, look for these other Show & Tell Me titles!PAW Patrol: Why Do Dogs Drool?PAW Patrol: Mega MachinesPAW Patrol: Real Rescue DogsPAW Patrol: P Is for Pups!PAW Patrol: Onward and Pupward!
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  • PAW Patrol: Mega Machines: Explore Awesome Things That Go with Ryder and the Pups!

    Media Lab Books

    Hardcover (Media Lab Books, Aug. 8, 2017)
    Make way for mega machines! Join Ryder and the rest of the PAW Patrol as they discover planes, bulldozers, cars and other amazing things that go. No job is too big and no pup is too small - especially with the help of these incredible machines. This eye-opening book is packed with full-color photos and fascinating facts about cool cars boats, planes and the pups of PAW Patrol.For more PAW Patrol fun, look for these other Show & Tell Me titles!PAW Patrol: Why Do Dogs Drool?PAW Patrol: Mega MachinesPAW Patrol: Real Rescue DogsPAW Patrol: P Is for Pups!PAW Patrol: Onward and Pupward!
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  • Show Me How: I Can Grow Things: Gardening projects for kids shown step by step

    Sally Walton, Stephanie Donaldson

    Hardcover (Armadillo, Jan. 7, 2014)
    This exciting book contains 16 easy-to-follow projects suitable for every child. An informative introduction covers all the basics, including watering, weeding and materials, while helpful tips and ideas provide inspiration and encourage experimentation.
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  • PAW Patrol: Onward and Pupward

    Media Lab Books

    Hardcover (Media Lab Books, Feb. 6, 2018)
    From the editors of PAW Patrol Mega Machines, this Show and Tell Me book focused on flying machines is sure to be loved by fans of PAW Patrol. Perfect for any preschooler who loves pups or planes (and rockets, helicopters, hang gliders and more). Join Ryder and the pups of PAW Patrol in their air gear in this high-flying Show and Tell Me book dedicated to everything that flies!
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