by Hands-On Crafts for Kids
20-Minute Crafts
Published 2001 by Chapelle
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by Better Homes and Gardens Books
501 Fun-To-Make Family Crafts
Published 2001 by Better Homes and Gardens Books
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This colorful book of crafts features fun-to-make projects that give families positive and creative reasons to get together.

300+ photographs.

by Meredith Books
Crafts for Little Kids: 101 Really, Really, Really Fun Ideas!
Published 2003 by Better Homes and Gardens Books
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Creative projects to build kids' self-esteem, enhance early reading and cognitive skills, and teach them to enjoy the creative process.

Perfect for parents, grandparents, day-care providers, teachers, or anyone who wants quality time with little ones.

More than 50 projects for kids ages 3 to 8 years old.

More than 100 fun and colorful photos and 40 illustrations.

by Mary Wallace
I Can Make That!: Fantastic Crafts for Kids
Published 2005 by Maple Tree Press
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This illustrated guide shows children how to make everything from costumes to puppets, nature crafts to toys and games. The ultimate anti-boredom collection for crafty kids, it consolidates the top five books in the Parents' Choice Award-winning "I Can Make series. Brimming with simple, economical ideas suitable for both home and classroom, the book uses materials that are readily available and safe to use -- and all activities are terrific recycling ideas. Mary Wallace shows how to turn everyday materials into amazing art projects -- garbage bags become delicate flowers, cornhusks become rustic dolls, old egg cartons become treasure trunks. "I Can Make That! features materials lists, step-by-step color photographs, and a picture of each finished project to guide and inspire children. Features include five sections filled with fun and easy craft projects: Costumes, Puppets, Nature Crafts, Toys, and Games. Handy sidebars offer hints for adding special touches to final products.

by Loris Theovin Bree
Kid's Squish Book: Slimy, Squishy, Sticky Things to Do That Should Only Be Done When Wearing Your Oldest Clothes
Published 2002 by Marlor Press
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Filled with oozy, gooey, and sticky play activities for kids, this book offers a safe and supervised way for kids to have messy fun. With easy-to-follow instructions, kids can make a variety of messy things, such as gloppy glob, papier-mache piggy banks, tasty finger paints, or even chocolate clay. Other projects focus on making a mess in the kitchen with homemade peanut butter, bread figures, soft pretzels, and caramel popcorn balls. Each activity will help children develop their sense of touch while having a blast. Tips are included on hosting a "squish event" and having summer outdoor fun.