bookbinding

As Bluejay--Mo's fictitious double--tries to keep the Book of Immortality from unraveling, Adderhead kidnaps all the children in the kingdom, asking for Bluejay's surrender or the children will be doomed to slavery in the silver mines.

Explains the processes and techniques of bookbinding and offers step-by-step instructions for a variety of projects, such as a portfolio, a photo album, and a magazine holder.

Twelve-year-old Meggie learns that her father, who repairs and binds books for a living, can "read" fictional characters to life when one of those characters abducts them and tries to force him into service.

"Develops both art and literacy skills through the craft of bookmaking, inspiring elementary-aged children to read, write, and tell stories with their creations. Creative, fun, field-tested projects for teachers, parents, counselors, or other caregivers to work through with children ages 3-8 include 17 different blank book designs. These designs are then applied to 23 specific book projects"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the art of handmade books focusing on the work of several book artists along with their special techniques and their biographical sketch. Includes illustrated step-by-step instructions for book projects.

A lavishly illustrated survey of the art on the covers of children's books, including the works of H.A. Rey and Beatrix Potter.

Contains instructions for more than thirty projects that make miniature books.

Provides step-by-step instructions for making an assortment of hand-made books, including folded books, scrolls, portfolios, and movable books. Details the necessary materials for each project and features full-color photographs and illustrations throughout.

Explains simple methods that can be used to help people create illustrated pages that can make a journal more meaningful by using visual elements to enhance the written word.

Provides step-by-step instructions and illustrations for creating homemade books, photo albums, journals, and diaries; discussing materials, folding techniques stiches, and more. Includes ten projects.