Build practical, hands-on projects with proven results for school or home.
This book collects constructive play problems that turn imagination into real, workmanlike objects kids can build and enjoy.
This edition brings together years of teacher and classroom testing, with drawings and photographs to guide each project. It emphasizes using readily available materials, careful construction, and problem-solving, so that children gain confidence, pride, and real-world skills as they learn by doing.
- Real projects kids can complete at home or in class, from simple toys to practical furniture
- Step-by-step guidance with drawings and photos to ensure success
- Emphasis on safety, economy, and reuse of common materials
- A gentle progression from easy beginnings to more challenging problems
Ideal for curious readers who enjoy crafts, hands-on science, and making things with their own hands.