Book Description

Dear Parents, The creative arts are an essential component of childhood development. By using the activities in this book, you will involve your child in operimenting with a variety of techniques to make simple projects. This book is for beginning crafters and young artists. Although the projects are designed for children ages five through nine, many can be adapted for both older and younger children. Because of the age range of the children using this book, you as the adult need to be sensitive to your child's needs. Most children will need you to read to them. Many children are still developing their fine motor coordination as well. Doing these crafts will give your child good practice. Younger children may need help cutting or may need you to cut out things for them. Do not be concerned if your child needs your help. Do provide your child with extra practice. Encourage expression and promote