Christmas Make and Do
Practical step-by-step craft ideas to keep children busy in Advent while teaching them the story and meaning of the events of the First Christmas.
Craft ideas vary from the very simple to the more challenging, but the emphasis is strongly on using inexpensive materials and equipment, recycling and using domestic materials where possible. Children will experience the thrill of making something wonderful almost 'out of nothing'
Craft ideas and activities include:
- a stained glass window
- an Advent calendar
- a Christmas wreath
- felt finger puppets
- three-dimensional Christmas cards
- Christmas bells
- candleholders
- wrapping paper
- crown hats
Gillian Chapman studied at Harrow Art School and graduated with a Diploma in
Illustration. She has worked with a number of major UK publishers including the BBC, Walker Books, Collins and Exley. In addition to illustrating, writing and designing over 40 children's books she has experience of working with children in schools and libraries. She is now based in the South of England and enjoys all kinds of craftwork, photography and gardening.
From: Home & Family Winter 2004
Give this book to children aged between seven and 11 if you want to keep them occupied in the run-up to Christmas.
Each page provides a short story from the Christmas story, from the angel visiting Mary to the visit of the Wise Men. Then follow step-by-step instructions of a craft associated with the story - an angel popup card, advent calendar, gift bag, finger puppets, sheep decorations, Christmas bells, candle holder, wrapping paper, king masks and ginger biscuits.
The instructions are easy to follow, with illustrations and a 'you will need' column making them even clearer.
Reviewed by Jill Worth
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