These books for kids have something extra for fun and learning.
1) Tricky Pix
Kids learn photography as they practice the photo tricks in this creative book. Includes a reusable 35mm camera.
2) Something To Do When There's Nothing To Do
One of several wonderful Mary Engelbreit coloring books. Beautiful detailed drawings on thick paper that takes markers. Also see Mary Engelbreit's Poster Collection.
) Kids Shenanigans
The subtitle of this Klutz activity book is "Great Things to Do That Mom and Dad Will Just Barely Approve Of", so you know your kids will love it.
4) A Dog's Best Friend: An Activity Book for Kids and Their Dogs
Fun activities that teach gentleness and commitment for kids and their dogs.
5) Mudworks
Many recipes and projects for clay modeling, papier-mache, plaster of Paris, bread dough, and more. Also available in Spanish.
6) On Stage
Many fun games and activities for dramatic play - puppetry, mask-making, props, stage make-up, plus eight different plays kids can do.
7) Kids Camp: Activities for the Backyard or Wilderness
Lots of original and creative ideas for outdoor fun.
8) Math Arts
For younger children (to grade 2), this book has art activities that teach early math concepts. Also, see Science Arts.
9) My Life! - Scrapbook Kit
We love American Girl books. This one has plenty of pretty stickers, picture frames, and paper for a cute girl scrapbook.
10) Block Building for Children
Your older child will get out his blocks again to try some of these architectural ideas.
