Crafts, Experiments & Activities

Updated October 30, 2024
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Ada Twist's big project book for stellar scientists
Beaty, Andrea
Paper Book
40+ things to discover, draw, and make! Featuring art from the beloved #1 New York Times bestselling picture book Ada Twist, Scientist, this activity book contains kid-friendly projects of all kinds and is the perfect gift for curious young readers!...
Herbal activities for kids : 50 nature crafts, recipes, and garden projects
Brown, Molly Meehan
Paper Book
A rich, colorful compendium of crafts, cooking, gardening, and nature exploration activities introduces kids ages 7 and up to the versatility and creative fun of working and playing with herbs. From dandelions to lavender, chamomile, turmeric, and lemon balm, herbs...
Crafty science
Bull, Jane
Paper Book
This hands-on crafty science book introduces inquisitive children to the wonders of science through kids craft projects with everyday objects. Award-winning author Jane Bull combines art, craft, and cooking activities with gentle, scientific learning, showing children that...
Stay curious and keep exploring: next level : 50 bigger, bolder science experiments to do with the whole family
Calandrelli, Emily
Paper Book
The national-bestselling, must-have science experiment series is back! MIT engineer Emily Calandrelli, host of Netflix's Emily's Wonder Lab and FOX's Xploration Outer Space, is taking curiosity to the next level with 50 big, bold, brand-new experiments that sparkle, bubble, and explode. With...
Wildlife ranger action guide
Carson, Mary Kay
Paper Book
As concern for the welfare of species like honey bees and monarch butterflies grows alongside awareness of the impact of climate change, inspiring the next generation of citizen scientists is more important than ever. With Wildlife Ranger Action Guide, kids can make the world better for the...
Low-mess crafts for kids : 72 projects to create your own magical worlds
Chapman, Debbie
Paper Book
Messy crafts have met their match with these 72 creations that keep out the clutter and mess but pack in the fun and creativity When craft time rolls around, parents usually cringe at the thought of a creativity storm's aftermath. Glue, glitter, globs of paint--it all...
Awesome science experiments for kids : 100+ fun STEAM projects and why they work
Chatterton, Crystal Ward
Paper Book
The ultimate Christmas gift for young science lovers! Full of 100+ hands-on projects to get kids ages 5 to 10 excited about science. As kids grow older, they become more curious about the world around them, often asking, "How does this work?" Awesome Science Experiments for Kids teaches...
Plant, sow, make & grow : mud-tastic activities for budding gardeners
Coombs, Esther
Paper Book
Get little gardeners growing and learning with this beautifully illustrated book, packed with information and crafty stuff to do. Help them to discover that gardening can be simple and uncomplicated with very little equipment and prior knowledge needed. It often is as simple as having some...
Tinkerlab art starts : 52 projects for open-ended exploration
Doorley, Rachelle
Paper Book
Open-ended art prompts that give children opportunities to think creatively rather than follow directions are essential to raising learners who are comfortable with the unknown and eager to tackle it with problem solving skills, self-efficacy, and critical thinking. From drawing,...
Pranklab : 25 hilarious experiments : scientific practical jokes
Fairclough, Wade David
Paper Book
Fun and educational science experiment pranks to teach kids about physics, biology, chemistry, and more-from the #1 science author for kids! What's more fun than a practical joke? A SCIENTIFIC practical joke! Your friends and family might be annoyed at first...until they realize they're...
Crayola colorful STEAM activities
Felix, Rebecca
Paper Book
Explore STEAM with hands-on activities! Experiment with color to grow crystals with paint and salt, use kitchen ingredients to create works of art, and more! Each activity is created in partnership with Crayola.
The beginner art book for kids : learn how to draw, paint, sculpt, and more!
Freeman, Daniel
Paper Book
Painter, printmaker, sculptor-show kids 7 to 10 that they can be any kind of artist! Come along on an artistic adventure with The Beginner Art Book for Kids. This creative compendium is the latest and greatest in art books for kids, packed full of imaginative art projects and...
Sunday funday : an activity for every weekend of the year
Halligan, Katherine (Children's book editor)
Paper Book
Perfect for gifting, this activity book features fifty-two seasonal activities that families and friends can enjoy together. Make every Sunday a fun day with an amazing activity to keep you busy each weekend of the year. From gardening projects and obstacle courses to creative...
Outdoor science lab for kids : 52 family-friendly experiments for the yard, garden, playground, and park
Heinecke, Liz Lee
Paper Book
Learn physics, chemistry and biology in your own backyard!
How to draw all the things : for kids
Koch, Alli
Paper Book
Learn to draw with fun 5-minute drawing lessons for kids ages 6-12! Perfect for budding artists and kids who have never drawn before, this beginner drawing book will teach your kid how to draw cool things in no time! Author and professional artist Alli Koch's kid-friendly, mini...
Be a creative changemaker : a kids' art activity book : inspired by the amazing life stories of diverse artists from around the world
Liz, Paula
Paper Book
Be a Creative Changemaker: A Kids' Art Activity Book introduces kids to 25 amazing artists through their biographies and hands-on activities inspired by their work.
How to be a color wizard : forage and experiment with natural art making
Logan, Jason
Paper Book
In a bountiful book combining art and chemistry, a celebrated ink maker invites kids to become color wizards--by foraging and transforming natural materials to make their own paint and artistic creations. In this book you will find secret recipes, magic formulas, and wild...
Learn to program
Lyons, Heather
Paper Book
What do programs tell computers to do? And how are they written? Programs are instructions that computers follow. Learn about different programming languages, coding rules and bugs, and how to solve problems. Once you know the basics about computer programming, use the link in this book to...
Edible crafts kids' cookbook : ages 4-8 : 25 fun projects to make and eat!
Mathews, Charity
Paper Book
Deliciously fun edible art projects in a fun cookbook for kids ages 4-8! What could be cooler than making a masterpiece you can eat? The Edible Crafts Kids' Cookbook will get little Picassos swishing, swirling, mixing, and molding in the kitchen as they create super fun art projects they...
Upcycle it! crafts for kids : fun and useful projects to recycle and reimagine
Perkins, Jennifer
Paper Book
Remake the ordinary into the extraordinary-crafts for kids ages 8 to 12 Watch kids' eyes light up as they roll up their sleeves and transform ordinary items. Upcycle It! Crafts for Kids shows tweens how to take objects destined for the recycling bin and breathe new life into them...
Rainbow science : discover how rainbows are made with 23 fun experiments and colorful activities!
Roehrig, Artemis
Paper Book
This colorful book explores the fascinating science of rainbows and includes a pair of fun prism glasses so kids can see rainbows right before their eyes! I spy a rainbow! But where do rainbows come from? How are they made? Rainbow Science celebrates everything rainbow, from the...
Gross science experiments : 60 smelly, scary, silly tests to disgust your friends and family
Vanstone, Emma
Paper Book
From the science of bodies to insects and beyond, science is gross and this book is full of fun ways to learn about it. Explore the layers of your skin and or make a model of intestines to figure out the science of poop. Investigate how germs spread, or the makeup of a virus and why snot helps keep...
Cool crafts with paper
Yates, Jane
Paper Book
Every household has an abundance of junk mail. What if you could turn it into something beautiful? With this book, readers can do just that by following the simple instructions to turn colorful junk mail into jewelry! Packed with many other recycled paper crafts, this volume encourages readers to...
The slime workshop
Zhang, Selina
Paper Book
Whip up 20 borax-free slimes with different textures, cool colors, and special effects from slime enthusiast Selina Zhang (@anathemaslime)!   Follow the step-by-step instructions to make slimes to squish, stretch, poke, and play with, including Glow...

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