Juvenile Nonfiction : Crafts & Hobbies

From armored tanks and gliders to "plastic glass" and drawing machines, this interactive book explores the incredible mind of Leonardo da Vinci through hands-on building projects and activities. Most of Leonardo's inventions were never made in his lifetime and remained sketches in his famous notebooks; kids examine some of these original sketches and learn about the models he made of his inventions. more...

Price: $11.95

Whether playing at defending their own castle or simply chucking pumpkins over a fence, wannabe marauders and tinkerers will become fast acquainted with Ludgar, the War Wolf, Ill Neighbor, Cabulus, and the Wild Donkey—ancient artillery devices known commonly as catapults. Building these simple yet sophisticated machines introduces fundamentals of math and physics using levers, force, torsion, tension, and traction. Instructions and diagrams illustrate how to build seven authentic working model catapults, including an early Greek ballista, a Roman onager, and the apex of catapult technology, the English trebuchet. more...

Price: $12.95

This ebook by JoAnn Gagnon is a condensed version of the popular Buckles and Bobbins, A Beginning Sewing Book for Boys. All the learn-to-sew instructions are included as well as 12 projects written out in a step-by-step format...including everything from pillowcases to duffel bags and backpacks. more...

Price: $20.95

Catch the Sewing Bug provides simple, do-able, fun projects for the younger, beginning sewing students. There is a great sense of satisfaction from being able to actually sew a project...especially one they can use themselves or give as a gift. This book is very basic, very easy, and requires a very minimal amount of supplies to complete the projects. All patterns and directions are included for each of the 25 projects. A wonderful resource for any child who has an interest in sewing! more...

Price: $8.95

This bright and colourful recipe book puts the fun back into healthy eating! This book encourages children to think about what they are eating and the affect that it has on their bodies, in a lively and non-preachy way. They will learn how to recognise healthy food and find out how beneficial it is to have a healthy lifestyle. Featuring all new DK photography and lively step-by-step text, this book has a mouthwateringly fresh and easy-to-follow style. It is organised into simple sections such as breakfast, light meals, main meals and, of course, delicious desserts. Fun facts and information about types of food, nutrition and healthy cooking techniques makes this book much more than just a cookbook. more...

Price: $17.99