folk art

Tells the story of the carvers and their rise from subsistence farmers to celebrated artisans. The creations of the wood-carvings range from angels, mermaids, devils, and skeletons to dogs, cats, rabbits, chickens, and nahuals or animal people.

The author describes her life of poverty until a job working as a singer with a fellow artist led her to discover her own artistic talent.

Presents craft projects based on the clothing, masks, pottery, and music of Ghana and West Africa. Offers step-by-step instructions to demonstrate how to design Adinkra block-printed clothing, coil and decorate pottery, create masks for special occasions, and create musical instruments.

Uses wood carved animals to show opposites. Words are in both English and Spanish.

Discusses the patriotic symbols and heroes of the American people and their use in past and present art and craft objects.

Includes background information and instructions for a variety of craft projects from African, Native American, Eskimo, Asian, and Hispanic cultures.

Explores folk art along with its history.