Kids are encouraged to build a dinosaur and given some suggestions for materials and tools. They are not given exact instructions. Rather, they are given some guidance and lots of freedom to use their imagination. And, while there are some photos for inspiration, they don’t make the reader feel as if the dinosaur models pictured are the only way to create. This open-ended instructional text is a nice addition to the maker movement in your library.
This book gives the reader some history about Thanksgiving and information about how it is currently celebrated. And then, the fun begins! A great two page spread that shows pictures of materials and tools needed for the crafts shows the reader that most of the items are easily accessible. Following that are two page spreads with pictures and clear steps to use in order to make each of the crafts presented. In addition, there are directions for making a treat, which kids will enjoy adding to the Thanksgiving table. Pick up this book and the rest of the series for your library. Highly recommended.
Step by step instructions, with photos and templates. This is a well organized and practical craft book for elementary and even middle school children. The pictures are even in color, which will appeal to the reader. Every project shows a picture of the final product, and a photo along with each new set of instructions. This would be easy to teach from or try to work independently from. Recommended.
This is a great primary aged nonfiction book that explains the process of making a jack ‘o lantern. It starts with the farm growing the pumpkins, along with types, sizes, and selection. The book follows a story format paragraphs explaining the father and son stepping out the process of creating a jack o’lantern. There is a glossary, index, read more, and Internet sites. Nice addition.