Long before "danger" was a book for boys, there was The American Boy's Handy Book by Daniel Beard—a beloved classic by one of the original founders of the Boy Scouts of America. The American Boy's Handy Book was designed to provide hundreds of activities for restless young boys—adventures and games, indoors and out, in every season of the year. It was originally published in 1882 and became an instant bestseller.Now, this much-loved classic is back in print for a ...

Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.

Get creative and find peace within by making your very own oddly satisfying borax-free slimes with this visually enticing book of photo-illustrated tutorials.Scientific studies have found that playing with slime can dramatically decrease stress levels. Based on the best-selling book Ultimate Slime, Super Fun Slime Projects features dozens of borax-free recipes invented by Alyssa Jagan, popular Instagram slimer of @CraftySl...

Embroider fabric or paper to create 26 colorful projects you can make to use, wear, give, and brighten your space.Whether you're super crafty or have never even picked up a needle and thread, you'll find something here that you just have to make! Ever gotten bored with one of your tee shirts or tote bags? Learn how to transform them into unique pieces all your own using embroidery stitches and super simple appliqué. Craft a fab necklace, a cute cover for a boring no...

Kid Crafts introduces younger children to the magic of electronics through the softer side of circuits! Young explorers will learn about electronics through sewing and craft projects aimed at maker parents and their children, elementary school teachers, and kids' activity leaders. Each project introduces new skills and new components in a progressive series of projects that take learners from the very basics to understanding how to use components such as sensors, transistors, and timer...

A beginner's guide and visual dictionary for young people who want to learn to sew, packed with photos: "Some of the coolest projects we've seen."— Kiki MagazineWith this book by Sophie Kerr—with some help from her parents, Weeks Ringle and Bill Kerr of Modern Quilt Studio—kids can learn how to navigate a sewing machine, make smart fabric choices, and use basic sewing tools. Sixteen kid-friendly projects run the gamut from clothes to bags...

Kids can build their sewing skills with these fun and easy projects that don't require adult supervision.Get your budding quilter sewing with 17 easy and fun projects made mostly from precuts. With the time they'll save on cutting, they'll be able to get down to the business of creating right away. From an earphones pouch to a pillow to, of course, quilts, and even a sleepover set― Sew It! presents kids with a broad range of projects for all skill levels t...

Creativity knows no bounds! LEGO artist Sean Kenney reuses the same thirty-five LEGO bricks to create a variety of images in all categories: vehicles, spaceships, home accessories, animals, nature, robots, and many other subjects. This new LEGO offering is sure to spark imagination and encourage kids to think outside the box, which is the message that Sean strongly promotes about creativity, imagination, and building with LEGO.

Bear Grylls' Extreme Planet is a whirlwind tour of the globe, seeking out the highest, deepest, wildest, thinnest, coolest, hottest, scariest and smelliest things planet Earth has to offer!From the longest place name and the most dangerous road in the world, to the riskiest food to eat and where to find the oldest vomit, Bear Grylls will guide you through the coolest facts and the most perilous limits of our Extreme Planet.A fantas...

"A charming introduction to the thrill of creating something with fabric and thread . . . Great for aspiring sewists of all ages!" (Gretchen Hirsch, author of Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing)Sewing is a skill that's both fun and functional, and there's no better way to get started than with jolly Miss Patch! She learns how to thread a needle, cut patterns, and sew a fine seam by hand. With the help of Miss Patch, and the book's many diagrams and amusin...

Sink your teeth into these do-it-yourself edible gift ideas. Step-by-step instructions guide readers in crafting these delicious gifts for any occasion. Whether it’s a wreath made of pretzels or a candy bouquet, everyone will love these tasty, handmade treats.

Make your own story-time pals!Did you ever wish that your story-time friends would come to life? With this book, they can! Mouse visits a lot of places in this story. He gets to know elephants and snakes in Africa. Bunnies pull his sled in Antarctica. He even soars up to outer space in a spaceship! Easy instructions will show you how to make Mouse, his clothes, and all his friends. Play along with the story, starring your new fuzzy pals!• 26 easy pro...