The Storytime Craft Book

A beautifully illustrated collection of very simple but clever hands-on projects includes step-by-step instructions for games, puppets, jewelry, toys, and more relating to eighty of the most popular children's songs, fairy tales, nursery rhymes, and stories.

Presents detailed instructions for twenty-four storytime craft projects and programs for children ages two to six that highlight special days throughout the year.

Fresh, fun ideas for children's storytime fill this book. The author, a long-time storytime facilitator, has put together 52 weekly themes plus additional plans for holidays, all with detailed instructions for talking about the theme and choosing the books, crafts, songs, poems, games and snacks. Each storytime idea is illustrated with photographs of a suggested craft and snack for easy reference. Libraries, bookstores, preschools and parents alike can use this book to offer themed storytimes that include discussion, literature, art, music, movement and food. Options are provided for each storytime, so the ideas can be used year after year.

This seasonal offering provides craft projects that highlight holidays, special days and changes in the weather.

Complete preparation advice and easy step-by-step instructions to creat projects related to children's stories.

Complete preparation advice and easy step-by-step instructions for projects related to children's stories.

Getting together with your girlfriends has never been more fun! Now you can create dozens of attractive crafts using simple, easy-to-find household materials. Filled to the brim with detailed instructions, Kathy Ross's latest craft book will have friends sharing ideas for new and exciting projects. Learn to add your own fashionable touches to clothing, such as the Trendy T-shirt and Fancy Flip Flops, or create new decor for your bedroom with the Room Pennants and Message Boards. What are you waiting for? Give your friends a list of simple supplies to bring and prepare for the best get-together ever!