Made the twig frame project for an outreach event. Some interesting ideas here such as paper bag bouquets, license plate bird feeder and body powder. Also, some rather dodgy ideas: dog biscuit photo frame and bag bonnets.

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Salsabrarian | 1 other review | Feb 2, 2016 |

Ecology Crafts For Kids: 50 Great Ways to Make… by Bobbe Needham

Needham, Bobbe. (1998) Ecology Crafts For Kids: 50 Great Ways to Make Friends with Planet Earth. New York: Sterling Publishing Co., Inc.

This book is divided into 5 sections that focus on creating crafts from different aspects of ecology such as recycling, trash and natural materials. The beginning of the book gives an explanation as to what ecology is and why kids should be involved in taking care of the planet. It has detailed material lists, step by step instructions for each craft as well as pictures for each craft. Some crafts require adult assistance. It is a book that is easy to read and geared toward an upper elementary school kid.… (more)

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cacv78 | 1 other review | Aug 12, 2010 |

Fantastic Flowerpots: 50 Creative Ways to Decorate… by Bobbe Needham

Going beyond a bit of paint on a flowerpot, this book has multiple projects with complete instructions and color photographs for the reader to make a similar pot. Techniques include decoupage, bas relief and stenciling.

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drj | May 13, 2009 |

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