Making Books That Fly, Fold, Wrap, Hide, Pop Up, Twist & Turn: Books for Kids to Make

by Gwen Diehn

Get ready to look at books in a whole new way! These unique projects consist of far more than paper stitched between cardboard covers. Instead, they showcase a host of fabulous features and magically unfold like a map, contain cards that slip into pockets, include pop-ups perfect for celebrating all types of occasions, and tell stories on a scroll. There's even one that unrolls like a movie. And kids will really enjoy choosing the style that's just right for what they want to say and do--so their message will come through loud and clear. Gwen Diehn, whose work critics have called "remarkably creative and inspiring"* and "outstanding,"** makes crafting easy with her superb explanations of tools and techniques."What is wonderful about this title is the author's ability to interest and convince readers that they, too, can become creators....Great ideas for inspiring projects."-- School Library Journal *From Library Journal , for Simple Printmaking **From Booklist , for Nature Crafts for Kids

Genres: Art, Nonfiction, Childrens, How To, Crafts, Education, Journaling

96 pages, Paperback

First published December 31, 1999

Reviews

[Gayle Pritchard · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love making things with my grandchildren, and they love the ideas presented here. They already love books, and now they love making their own!

[HM · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of great ideas, especially for kids, if you have some time. I think it would be hard to get a group to finish them, but I enjoy journaling and there are lots of fun option, including bits about books and libraries. In the very old days, books were chained to the shelves so people couldn’t steal them. Who knew??

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

creative ways to use paper and make interesting book projects

[Patsy · Rating 2 out of 5]

I didn't get much out of this ine, but it's good for older kids.

[Sally]

This book has some fun folds:
Tetratetraflexagon - Travel Journal with Secrets pg 57-59
(made this at a book/paper weekend course)

Picture Gallery - pg 65-68
I like how the signature is made

[Molly · Rating 4 out of 5]

This text includes detailed instructions for making 18 different homemade books. Each entry is complete with a color photo and illustrations of each step. The projects vary, but all use common or recycled materials. There are also brief entries on the history of book making and a variety of famous or unique books through time. This is a good choice for summer or vacation projects to be done with kids.

[Cat · Rating 5 out of 5]

Star books are always popular for the winter holiday! I love the various books that are easily taught and learned from this book. Educators and others who work with kids should be able to find one to do a project. I've done them with 3rd grade up, and the kids always enjoy making them.

[Sally · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love book-making. New ideas and pictures are always fun to mull around, even if I don't make a lot of them.

[Baseballs4me · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very good HOW TO book. I love the idea of making my own books, to fill with my ideas, holidays and what not. Plus to make books for others so they can fill them with what they like!

[Jennybeast · Rating 3 out of 5]

Has some interesting projects and is well laid out. Irritating in that she tells some great stories about historical bindings, but provides no information about her sources.

[Hope]

Very fun book with good, basic instructions.

[Lucy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am going to start making movie/book/scroll birthday cards